The Rise of Hitler by Hanna Johnson

  • Hitler joins German Workers' Party

    When Hitler joined the German Workers' Party, it gave him the foundation of a platform to speak with. He gained power fast because of his persuasive speeches.
  • Hitler becomes Chairman of the renamed National Socialist German Workers' Party (NSDAP) known as the Nazi Party.

    By becoming Chairman of the party, it gave Hitler a platform to voice his thoughts and impact change in his party.
  • Beer Hall Putsch

    When he staged the coup, despite its failure, it resulted in public attention. More people knew who he was.
  • Beer Hall Putsch Trial

    He used his trial in court to sway more people and spread his message further. Even though he was sentenced to five months in jail, his goal had been accomplished because he was gaining power.
  • Publication of "Mein Kampf"

    When he released his autobiography, it was a written record of his views and goals. Due to how eloquent he wrote, it gained popularity and thus, helped him rise.
  • Hitler's Speaking Ban is Lifted

    When his ban on speaking was lifted, it allowed him to address his many new supporters and convince more people to vote his way.
  • Hitler is Named Chancellor

    When he was named Chancellor, it allowed him to address more people. He was in a position of political power and was on his way to gaining more.
  • NSDAP is the only Political Party by Law

    This eliminated any other competing party and ensured that with Hitler at the head of the NSDAP party, he was achieving everything he wanted.
  • Night of the Longknives

    Everyone who publicly opposed Hitler was "taken care of" and it established and verified his position as a violent leader and provoked fear.
  • Hindenburg Dies

    When Hindenburg died, it allowed Hitler to combine chancellor and president and his power steadily rose from there.