Describe the reasons for the rise of Nazism in German .Explain in points
Answers
1. The Treaty of Versailles: The treaty of Versailles had been signed between the victorious powers of World War 1 and Germany in 1919. The treaty caused enormous resentment in Germany as it blamed Germany entirely for the war and imposed harsh conditions on Germany. Germany lost territory and had to pay enormous reparations to the victorious countries. These measures crippled the German economy and caused great social problems there. The Nazi party led by Hitler was able to exploit the resentment caused by these measures by denouncing the treaty and promising to repudiate it if it came to power. Such statements increased its popularity.
2. Economic problems in Germany: Germany faced enormous economic problems after the first World War. From 1921 to 1924, there was enormous inflation (rise in prices) in Germany which wiped out the wealth and savings of may lower and middle class Germans. From 1929, the Great Depression hit Germany resulting in mass unemployment and poverty. Hitler was able to exploit such economic problems by blaming them on the existing economic problems. He promised to improve the economic condition if he came to power. The popularity of Nazism rose as a result.
3. The personality of Hitler: Finally, the personality of Hitler itself was a major factor behind the rise of Nazism. Hitler was a highly charismatic figure. He was a very good public speaker able to convince large number of people that he had the answer to Germany's problems. He promised to restore Germany's lost glory if he came to power. The people of Germany were not yet aware of the brutal and evil personality of Hitler and the sort of murderous policies he would institute after coming to power. They were deceived by his charm and oratory and started supporting the Nazi party in large numbers.
Answer:
Following World War I, a number of right-wing extreme political organizations developed in Germany, including the Nazi Party. It quickly emerged from political obscurity at the start of the Great Depression to become the largest party in the German parliament in 1932.
Explanation:
1. Political instability in Germany: Political instability existed during the Weimar Republic. Up to twenty-one coalition governments came and went between 1919 and 1933. Policies were often updated. The people received no relief from democracy. Hitler pledged to establish a powerful and stable government. He gained the public's backing.
2. Economic crisis: The economic depression of 1929–30 was the primary factor in the Nazi Party's triumph. During this time, there was unrest throughout all social classes in Germany, and the Nazis were successful in capitalizing on it. The amount owed by farmers had reached $300,000,000 in June 1931. Hitler pledged to forgive this sum to the farmers. Due of their fear of communism, large corporations backed Hitler.
3. Fear of communism: Revolution modelled after the 1917 Soviet Revolution was attempted in Germany by communists. Hitler believed that if the communists' goals came to fruition, Germany would become a satellite of Soviet Russia. He then revealed the communists to the populace. They chose to join the Nazi Party rather than the Communist Party as a result.
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