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German dictator who led the Nazi Party and was the primary instigator of World War II.
Born on April 20, 1889, in Braunau am Inn, Austria-Hungary. Failed artist and soldier during World War I.
Became the leader of the Nazi Party in 1920 and later the Chancellor of Germany in 1933.
Served as a soldier and was deeply affected by the German defeat. This experience shaped his political ideology.
National Socialist German Workers' Party, led by Adolf Hitler, promoting extreme nationalism and anti-Semitism.
Hitler's autobiographical manifesto outlining his political ideology and future plans for Germany.
The burning of the German parliament building in 1933, used by Hitler to consolidate his power and suppress opposition.
Law passed in 1933 that granted Hitler dictatorial powers and allowed him to establish a totalitarian regime.
Purge of the Nazi Party in 1934, where Hitler eliminated potential rivals and consolidated his control.
The annexation of Austria by Nazi Germany in 1938, violating the Treaty of Versailles.
1938 agreement between Germany, Italy, France, and the United Kingdom, allowing Germany to annex parts of Czechoslovakia.
September 1, 1939, Germany invaded Poland, marking the beginning of World War II.
Lightning war strategy used by Germany, characterized by fast and overwhelming attacks.
Systematic genocide of six million Jews and millions of others by the Nazis during World War II.
Major turning point in World War II, where German forces were defeated by the Soviet Union.
June 6, 1944, Allied invasion of Normandy, France, leading to the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi control.
April-May 1945, Soviet forces captured Berlin, leading to Hitler's suicide and the end of Nazi Germany.
Hitler's actions and ideology left a lasting impact on world history, serving as a reminder of the dangers of extremism and hate.