The two Reichstag Elections of 1932 Flashcards
what caused the Nov election (2nd of 1932)?
the Reichstag could not properly function, and Papen’s government had no realistic chance of surviving. Nazis joined with the Catholic Centre Party (Z) in a vote of no confidence and heavily defeated Von Papen’s government by 512 votes to 42.
why did the Nazis lose 34 seats in the Nov election (2nd of 1932)
people had grown tired of the Nazis use of violence and party divisions had re-emerged + increase in support for the Communist Party
why did Hitler refuse President Hindenburg offer of the position of Chancellor after the Nov election?
he would withdraw his right to rule by decree but hitler was determined to hold the office of Chancellor with full powers.
how was the 1st election of 1932 a success for the nazis?
gained 37% of the vote and returned 230 deputies to become the largest party in the Reichstag but they still did not have an overall majority.
why did President Hindenburg deny Hitler’s request for the Chancellorship after the 1st election of 1932?
disliked the Nazis and thought the Austrian-born, ex-corporal was unsuited to such high office.
