Nazi Social Policies Flashcards
How were the Nazis actually quite similar to the Nazis in its values and how could this have potentially helped/weakened relations?
. Both agreed on marriage, abortions, homosexuality
. Churches may have opposed some of the radical teachings of the Nazis
. Catholics will not want to portray Hitler as God-like as a Fuhrer should be
. Both absolutely HATE communists
How had the Nazis made a promise to the Catholic Church since the Enabling Act?
Nazis promised to not interfere in Catholic affairs or institutions
Why would the Nazis want to co-operate/ not cooperate with the CC?
Co-operate: Catholic Church was so influential and rigid in teachings and Nazis wanted everyone on their side. Could also use CC as a figurehead for influence and power.
Not co-operate: may want to weaken CC as the pope holds far too much power over the religion and Hitler wants this much power instead
What was Hitler’s public vs true views on Christianity?
March 1933 Reichstag speech: ‘foundational of the moral life of our people.’
Private convo 1933: ‘You can’t be both German and Nazi’
Hitler truly wanted to get rid of Christianity in Germany as he had a main problem with the idea of the sanctity of life, believing some life is more precious than others. However, he may have historically approved of Christianity’s hatred towards the Jews
What was Hitler’s plan with the Catholic Church?
Co-operate with the church to get control of it and then reduce its influence to give himself more power
How much of Germany were Catholics vs Protestant?
3/3 were Protestant, mostly in Northern and Eastern Germany
1/3 were Catholics, mainly in Bavarian areas
Which church group did Protestants follow?
Evangelical church
