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Historical Debate:
In Germany, as elsewhere in Europe, war and the…
Historical Debate:
- In Germany, as elsewhere in Europe, war and the Depression created dictatorship
- Hitler's rise was an emotional response to a crisis
I believe the first view is the best supported, due to Germany being constantly exposed to economic troubles after WWI. The Weimar Republic, a government that was imposed on Germany afterwards, exasperated the situation. This combination led to the rise of dictatorship across Europe, including Hitler.Thesis:
Hitler's rise to power was due to the economic troubles of Germany and the weakness of the republic, allowing the Nazi party to capitalize and spread their marketing and propaganda over the country.
Weakness of the Republic
By Summer 1932, Hitler was leader of the largest party in the Reichstag (230 seats)
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Article 48 was abused by Hindenburg during the Depression to force unpopular chancellors upon Germany
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By 1932, there were 30 parties in parliament. Hitler promised to sweep them all away.
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In 1930, Hitler ran for election as a president, and came a close second to Hindenburg
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The ‘Reichstag Principle’ established that the Nazis would gain power through elections, not insurrection
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The Weimar politicians were widely despised for being ‘November Criminals’ who ‘stabbed Germany in the back’
Many Weimar artists such as George Grosz were highly critical of the Republic (“Ebert: The Champagne Socialist”)
Hindenburg was persuaded that Hitler needed to be appointed Chancellor to prevent any further unrest
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Many former soldiers joined the SA, the Nazi private army
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