The Munich Putsch and its aftermath Flashcards
When did Hitler attempt to overthrow the Weimar government, and what was it called?
Hitler attempted to overthrow the Weimar government in November 1923, known as the Munich Putsch.
What happened to the Nazi Party after the Munich Putsch, up until 1928?
After the Munich Putsch, the Nazi Party struggled to gain support until 1928.
What were some of the long-term reasons for the Munich Putsch?
-The “Stab in the back”
-The reparations imposed on Germany.
-The loss of Germany’s colonies.
-Resentment of the Weimar government, particularly by the Bavarian government.
What was the medium-term reason for the Munich Putsch?
Hitler was influenced by Mussolini’s right-wing party in Italy, the Fascists, especially after Mussolini’s March on Rome in 1922.
What were the short-term reasons for the Munich Putsch?
-Hyperinflation in Germany.
-French troops entering the Ruhr in 1923 and taking over German businesses.
-Hitler believed he had enough support to succeed.
What happened on the 8th of November 1923 during the Munich Putsch?
Hitler, with 600 SA, entered a beer hall in Munich, took government leaders hostage at gunpoint, and forced them to support him. Rohm took over local police and army headquarters, but Ludendorff let the government leaders go behind Hitler’s back.
What happened on the 9th of November 1923 during the Munich Putsch?
Hitler, with 1,000 SA and 2,000 volunteers, marched on Munich’s town center to declare himself President of Germany. The group was met by state police, and chaos erupted when someone opened fire. Ludendorff, Rohm, and Streicher were arrested.
When was Hitler arrested, and where was he found?
Hitler was arrested on the 11th of November 1923 after being found hiding at a friend’s house.
What were the short-term consequences of the Munich Putsch for Hitler and the Nazi Party?
-Hitler was imprisoned.
-The NSDAP was banned.
-The Putsch failed due to a lack of support.
What were the long-term consequences of the Munich Putsch for Hitler and the Nazi Party?
-Hitler used his trial to publicize his views.
-Hitler wrote Mein Kampf while in prison, which became a bestseller.
-The Putsch made Hitler realize the need for better tactics and organization to gain national support.
How long was Hitler imprisoned, and when was the ban on the NSDAP lifted?
Hitler was imprisoned for only nine months, and the ban on the NSDAP was lifted in 1925.
