the enabling Act 23rd of March 1933 Flashcards
1
Q
where did the reichstag meet to pass the enabling act?
A
the Kroll opera house
- there was a tense atmosphere of intimidation from the sa and ss troops that lined the walls
2
Q
how many votes did the Enabling Act have?
A
it passed with 441 votes to 94
3
Q
who was banned from attending the kroll opera house (enabling act meeting)?
A
- no communist deputies at all
- 81 KPD and 26 SPD deputies were not allowed into the building.
4
Q
how did Hitler present the enabling act as a necessary emergency action?
A
it was only supposed to last for 4 years, in which time Hitler could deal with the depression
5
Q
how did Hitler get the Z parties support for the enabling act?
A
he agreed to repeal the fire decree to abolish basic rights most importantly the freedom of worship.
