Timeline of Hitlers Early Life

Question 1

In 1889 Hitler ………..

Answer 1

was born in a small Austrian town, Branau.

Question 2

In 1909 Hitler …….

Answer 2

was rejected by the Vienna Art Academy. He then took any job that came his way, such as sweeping snow. He then became interested in politics.

Question 3

In 1914 Hitler ……..

Answer 3

he volunteered to join the German army to fight in WW1.

Question 4

In 1918 Hitler ……..

Answer 4

was temporarily blinded by mustard gas in the trenches. He won six medals inc. the Iron Cross the highest honour a soldier could receive. He blamed the surrender on Jews and socialist politicians.

Question 5

In 1921 Hitler ……..

Answer 5

had violent Nazi meetings taken place. He designed the Swastika (symbol of the party.) He made the Gymnastics and Sports Division. This was to cover for men who liked fighting i.e. with communists.

Question 6

In 1923 Hitler ……

Answer 6

was put in prison for high treason, following a failed attempt on forcefully taking power. In prison he wrote the book ‘mein kampf’ (my struggles.)