Hitler's Rise

Question 1

When was the Munich Putsch?

Answer 1

8th November 1923

Hitler attempted to seize power in Germany: failed

Question 2

When was the March on Munich?

Answer 2

9th November 1923

Try to stop Bavarian Government, Hitler arrested 2 days later

Question 3

What was the Enabling act?

Answer 3

Gave Hitler the right to make laws without the approval of either the Reichstag or President. Triggered the Nazi Revolution of 6 months of change.

Question 4

When was the Night of the Long Knives?

Answer 4

30th June 1934.
Hitler eliminated many opposition and people in his party whom he thought were getting too powerful. Over 500 people executed, including Ernst Rohm

Question 5

When did hitler become president?

Answer 5

2nd August 1934, after President Hindenburg died. He announced himself president, Chancellor of Germany and Furher.

Question 6

How did Hitler rise?

Answer 6

Popularity, promises, propaganda and organisation

Question 7

What elements did Hitler utilise to gain power in Germany?

Answer 7

Fear of communist, personality, treaty of Versailles, organisation, Great Depression, terror tactics, government weakness, steps to eliminate opposition, propaganda, powerful friends and henchmen.

Question 8

Who are Hitlers Henchmen?

Answer 8

Ernst Rohm- SA
Joseph Goebbles - Propaganda
Rudolf Hess - Deputy Furher
Herman Goring - Luftwaffe
Heinrich Himmler - concentration camps
Reinhard Heydrich - Gestapo Director