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Germany realised the war wasn't winnable and signed and armistice that ended the war. Germany also signed the Versailles treaty that made Germany lose over a tenth of its territory and its army.
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German economy collapsed and HItler took advantage of people's anger and he promised to restore Germany's former greatness.
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Hitler ran for president, losing the election to decorated war hero General von Hindenburg. But with 36% of the vote Hitler demonstrated the extent of his support.
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Hitler used the event to convince the government to grant him emergency powers. Press freedom was abolished, parties were disbanded and anti-Jewish laws were passed.
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After Hidenburg died, Hitler raised to power.