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The Nazi Dictatorship, 1933–1939 (A-level only) key terms
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The Nazi Dictatorship, 1933–1939 (A-level only)
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One-party state
A political system where only one political party is allowed to hold power, eliminating opposition and dissent.
Totalitarianism
A political system in which the state recognizes no limits to its authority and seeks to regulate every aspect of public and private life.
Totalitarianism
A political system in which the state recognizes no limits to its authority and seeks to regulate every aspect of public and private life.
Gestapo
The secret police of Nazi Germany, known for their brutal methods and role in enforcing Nazi policies.
Rearmament
The process of rebuilding and expanding a nation's military forces, which was a key focus of Nazi economic policy.
Public works programs
Government-funded projects aimed at creating jobs and stimulating the economy, such as the construction of the Autobahn.
Volksgemeinschaft
The concept of a 'people's community' promoted by the Nazis, emphasizing unity among Aryans.
Aryan
A term used by the Nazis to describe a racially pure German, often associated with Nordic characteristics.
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