Life For Workers In Nazil Germany - Improve The Lifes Of Workers Flashcards
What does DAF stand for
German Labour Front
What did DAF do? Why was it set up?
- It was an organisation to build up the rights and protection of workers
- It was set up to replace trade unions
When was DAF created
May 1933
What did SdA stand for?
The beauty of Labour
Why was it set up? When was it set up?
- It was set up to encourage people to take pride in their work
- They discouraged heavy drinkers and alcoholics, they sent them to concentration camps
1934
How did SdA improve the lives of workers?
- better lighting
- noise reduction
- breast cancer screening for women
- better canteen
- washing facilities
What did the KDF stand for?
Strength through Joy
When was KdF set up?
November 1933
Why was KdF set up?
To improve workers’ free time and to provide incentives for them (encouragements )
The Nazis controlled workers free time
They were rewards for working hard ( picnics, cheap cinema or theatre tickets, Mediterranean cruises )
How did small business men benefit?
Hitler created laws to shut big businesses down and shut down Jewish businesses so this reduced competition
Did big business men benefit in ways?
Nazis supported some. However Nazis forced them to create whatever they wanted
How did unskilled workers benefit?
- Ordinary workers were put to work on government DAF programs.
- Wages were low and they were forced but this allowed loads to get back onto the employment ladder
How did older people benefit?
- They were given generous pensions by Nazis
* many loved the return of Germany’s “glory days” strong military power
How did farmers benefit?
- They gained lots of good land
- They were traditional Nazi supporters
- Food prices increased so they got more money
