Germany 1918-1939: How did Hitler come to power? Flashcards
May 1932
Bruning resigns and von Papen becomes Chancellor
July 1932
The Nazis win 230 seats in the Reichstag
November 1932
von Papen quits as Chancellor
December 1932
Schelicher is sacked
January 1933
Hitler becomes Chancellor
How did rising support for Communists help the Nazis?
The Middle Classes in Germany gradually began to support the Nazis as they were seen as the most likely alternative to the Communists.
When was the Reichstag fire?
February 1933
Who was blamed for the Reichstag fire?
A Communist named Marinus Van der Lubbe.
How did the Reichstag fire disadvantage the Communists?
They were banned from campaigning due to Article 48 as the fire was blamed on them.
Other than the Communists being banned from campaigning, how did the Nazis benefit from the Reichstag fire?
People began to vote for the Nazis in even bigger numbers due to increased fear of Communism.
What did the Enabling Act do?
It gave Hitler the power to pass laws in the Reichstag by himself for four years.
What three things did Hitler do to gradually end democracy?
- Banned Trade Unions
- Banned Political Parties
- Set up a Show Court (People’s Court)
When was the Night Of The Long Knives?
June 1934
Who was murdered in the Night Of The Long Knives and what did the Nazis call the event as a result?
- Ernst Röhm
- The Röhm Purge
What were some alternative names for the Night of The Long Knives?
- Operation Hummingbird
- The Blood Purge
