The Nazis Coming to Power Lesson Starter Thinking

The Nazis Coming to Power Lesson Starter: Thinking about what you learned last time, which aspect of the Nazis campaign do you think was most important? Give a reason for your answer. – Policies/Promises – Propaganda – Appearance – The importance of key individuals

We are learning to… • Analyse the reasons why Hitler was appointed as Chancellor. I can… • Describe the process by which Hitler became Chancellor in January 1933. • Evaluate which factor was the most important to Hitler

Background By the early 1930 s, the Nazis had gained many supporters. They were now a real political force in Germany. Look at the election results on the next slide…

• By July 1932, the Nazis were the largest party in the Reichstag. • Other politicians could no longer ignore them as a small extremist party.

The Road to Power • The Nazis grow in power • Hitler becomes Chancellor

The Road to Power • Some politicians thought they could use the Nazis’ popularity to their advantage. • Von Papen and Von Schleicher wanted to ensure that left-wing politicians did not gain power. • VP and VS were convinced that they were smarter than Hitler and could easily control him.

• They worked together to convince President Hindenburg to appoint Hitler as Chancellor. • Hindenburg did not trust Hitler and thought he was dangerous. • He offered Hitler the role of Vice Chancellor but Hitler refused.

• The Nazis showed their power in the Reichstag by walking out of the parliament. • This meant that bills/laws could not be passed. • Eventually, Hindenburg had little option but to offer Hitler the role of Chancellor in January 1933.

• Describe the process by which Hitler became Chancellor. 4 marks Remember: • DESCRIBE – Say what happened • This is N 5 – all answers are full sentences – no bulletpoints! • 4 marks = 4 separate points. What allowed Hitler to become Chancellor? Keep it relevant – Hyperinflation, Beer Hall Putsch too long ago etc.

• Sort the cards into two categories': • Hitler’s own actions • Other Events • Extension • Do any of these causes/reasons link to others?

Take a new page. • Heading – NAZI RISE TO POWER • Sub-Heading – MOST IMPORTANT Organise and glue in your factors from MOST important to LEAST important Be prepared to justify your opinion • Sub-Heading – LEAST IMPORTANT

Extension What factors develop as a result of the Wall Street Crash?

Analysis • Can you make any links between your factors? • For example: • Wall Street Crash • Nazis gain more support WHY?

In Summary • The Nazis are now the largest party in the Reichstag • BUT they do not have a majority • Other political parties and politicians are working to stop Hitler • So…… • What should the Nazis do next?

• Soon after Hitler was appointed as Chancellor, a new election was called. • Between January and March 1933, the SA were given orders to protect Nazi meetings. • The SA were permitted to disrupt meetings held by their opponents and intimidate anyone who spoke against the Nazis. • Besides this, the Socialists and Communists refused to work together after the Spartacist revolt. • Hitler was legally handed power by right-wing politicians and there was no effective opposition to stop the Nazis gaining control.

Revision Task - Homework • Create a revision diagram on the “Appeal of the Nazis” • It should contain: ü Four sections – policies, propaganda, Hitler as a leader and Nazis vs. Communists ü Detailed information on the four topics (at least 3 points in each) ü Symbols/ Pictures which help jog your memory Due Thursday 23 rd November