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The development of anti-Semitic policies and actions; the effect of the Anschluss; Reichkristallnacht; emigration; the impact of the war against Poland.
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The Racial State, 1933–1941 (A-level only)
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The Racial State, 1933–1941 (A-level only)
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The development of anti-Semitic policies and actions; the effect of the Anschluss; Reichkristallnacht; emigration; the impact of the war against Poland
- This point belongs to The Racial State, 1933–1941 (A-level only), especially The Racial State, 1933–1941 (A-level only).
- You need to be able to the development of anti-Semitic policies and actions; the effect of the Anschluss; Reichkristallnacht; emigration; the impact of the war against Poland.
- Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.
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Quick student answer
What was the primary purpose of the Nuremberg Laws enacted in 1935?
Direct answer
The primary purpose of the Nuremberg Laws was to promote Aryan supremacy by legally defining who was considered a Jew and stripping them of citizenship rights.
Key terms
- Anti-Semitism: Hostility, prejudice, or discrimination against Jews.
- Aryan: A term used by the Nazis to describe a supposed master race, typically characterized by Northern European features.
Common trap
Confusing anti-Semitic policies with general discrimination: Focus specifically on the unique and systematic nature of anti-Semitic policies, such as the Nuremberg Laws and Kristallnacht.
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