The Hitler Yourh

Question 1

What was the Hitle youth?

Answer 1

The Hitler youth was to control the young people of Nazi germany because the Nazis believed that the children was the future of Nazi Germany. Children were also easily persuaded and could be told anything and they would believe it.

Question 2

Political aims of the Hitler Youth

Answer 2

Boys had to swear an oath to Hitler,
They attended residential courses to learn about Nazi ideals
They were told to report anyone who defied against Hitler even if it was their parents.
They were given a dagger and a smart uniform to make them feel smart and respected.

Question 3

Physical aims for the Hitler youth

Answer 3

For boys to be strong and fit enough to join the German armed forces

Question 4

Military aims for the Hitler youth

Answer 4

For boys to be trained in military skills from a young age and develop a range of practical skills
Methods used:
Activities like map reading,signaling and fort building were taught.
By 1938 1.2 million boys were trained in how to use a rife and hand guns
There were special training for those who wanted to join the Navy

Question 5

Personality aims

Answer 5

The aim was to mould young boys into leaders and brave soldiers, who would be loyal and ruthless in competition
In their oath and loyalty boys had to swear that they would give their life for Hitler
Military style drills were made tough to drive determination into boys.