Weimar Republic and Nazi Germany Overview

A period of economic depression that followed World War I, leading to widespread poverty and unemployment in Germany.

A series of violent uprisings against the Weimar Republic government, fueled by economic hardship and political instability. People protested against the government's perceived weakness and unpopular decisions.

The leader of the Nazi Party and dictator of Germany from 1933 to 1945. He is widely seen as the central figure responsible for the outbreak of World War II.

Hitler's book, written while he was in prison, outlining his ideology and political beliefs.

A severe worldwide economic crisis that began in 1929 and had a devastating impact on Germany, exacerbating existing economic problems and fueling discontent.

Hitler's use of anti-Semitic rhetoric to blame Jews for Germany's economic problems and to promote a racial ideology that claimed the 'Aryan' race was superior.

The Nazi Party's propaganda minister who used powerful images to spread their message and promote Hitler's ideology.

The program aimed at promoting the ideal of Aryan women as mothers producing healthy children, enabling some unmarried women to be impregnated by members of the SS.

The organization for young boys that prepared them for military service and instilled Nazi ideology, ultimately becoming mandatory in 1939.

Hitler's goal was to make Germany strong, powerful and dominant in Europe. He achieved this by breaking the Treaty of Versailles and building up the German military.

The secret process of rebuilding Germany's military in defiance of the Treaty of Versailles, a significant step towards achieving Hitler's expansionist goals.

Hitler's actions in violating the Treaty of Versailles and expanding German territory ultimately led to the outbreak of World War II.

A resistance group, primarily made up of young people, who defied Nazi rule by engaging in activities prohibited by the Nazis.

A group of university students who disseminated anti-Nazi leaflets, ultimately leading to their capture and execution.

Hitler aimed to control the Church, viewing it as a potential source of opposition due to its emphasis on peace. He sought to influence its activities and suppress any dissent.