The Support Of The Army Flashcards
Since when had Hitler been keen to secure support of the army ?
Since he election as Chancellor
What was Hitler aware of that could help him gain the armies support ?
Army officers didn’t like the SA and viewed their activities with distaste
What did Hitler begin to think ?
He could remove the SA and win support of the army in his bid for presidency because the army felt threatened by the SA as many of its leaders did not like its socialist nature
What else was Hitler aware of ?
Hindenburg was becoming frail and he could combine his own post and that of President
Why was the night of the king knives important for his relation with the army ?
The army leaders offered their support after leaders of the SA were assassinated
Why was purging the SA crucial for Hitler ?
He had his opponents murdered and there could be no opposition
As a result his confidence grew
What/when law did Hitler pass in July 1934 ? Say when and what
3 July 1934 ( Long knives being 30 June 1934)
Legalized the night of the long knives
When did Hindenburg die and what happened?
August 1934
Army swore allegiance to Hitler who combined the post of Chancellor and president who was now the Führer
What does Hitler decide on after becoming fürher ?
To seek the approval of German people
How is Hitler reinforced in his view on people’s support ?
In the referendum that followed his combining of Chancellor and president
More than 90 per cent (38 million) of votes agreed with his actions
Why was Hitler now in a secure position ?
He had the support of the army
And
The resounding vote in the referendum
