Lesson 7: Source Analysis + Use of Propaganda in Nazi Germany Flashcards
Learning Intention: To know how to to analyse sources in history, define propaganda and apply source analysis on Nazi propaganda
Why did the Nazis use propaganda and censorship
to extensively control public perspective and suppress dissent
What is propaganda
the use of media ro aggressively promote one point of view
Who was the Nazi Minister of Propaganda
Joseph Goebbels
What was the main goal of Nazi propaganda
to promote Nazi ideology and demonize perceived enemies, especially Jews
How did the Nazis control newspapers
independent newspapers were shut down or taken over, so they were spreading anti-Semitic content
How did Nazi films portray Jews and Aryans
Jews were shown as villains, while Aryans were glorified as heroes
How did the Nazis use radio for propaganda
they broadcasted speeches by Hitler and other leaders to reach a national audience
How was education changed under Nazi rule
textbooks were rewritten to promote Nazi beliefs, racial purity, and loyalty to Hitler
What happened to Jewish teachers under the Nazi education system
they were dismissed from their jobs
What was the purpose of Hitler Youth and the League of German Girls
to indoctrinate young people with Nazi ideology
What major Nazi event showcased their power and unity
the annual Nuremberg rallies
How to analyse sources
- origin
- motive
- content
- audience
-perspective - usefulness
- reliability
