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Political authority 1929–1945: the collapse of Weimar democracy and the establishment of the one-party authoritarian Nazi State; the roles of Hindenburg and Hitler.
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The Nazi experiment, 1929–1949 (A-level only)
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Political authority 1929–1945: the collapse of Weimar democracy and the establishment of the one-party authoritarian Nazi State; the roles of Hindenburg and Hitler
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Quick student answer
What event marked the beginning of the Nazi consolidation of power in Germany?
Direct answer
The Reichstag Fire in February 1933 was a pivotal event that allowed the Nazis to consolidate their power by blaming communists and justifying the suspension of civil liberties.
Key terms
- Totalitarianism: A political system where the state recognizes no limits to its authority and seeks to regulate every aspect of public and private life.
- Authoritarianism: A governing system characterized by the concentration of power in a leader or an elite not constitutionally responsible to the public.
Common trap
Confusing Hindenburg's role with Hitler's actions: Acknowledge that Hindenburg's appointment of Hitler as Chancellor was a significant factor in the Nazis' rise to power.
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