This document outlines key topics and events in German history from 1919 to the rise of Hitler that a student should understand, including: the features of the Weimar Constitution; major events from 1919-1923 that challenged the new republic such as revolts and occupation; how Stresemann helped Germany recover from crisis in 1923; the impact of the Great Depression on the rise of extremism; the history of the Nazi Party and key aspects of Hitler's early tactics and programs; the political maneuvering that led to Hitler becoming Chancellor; and how Hitler consolidated power by dealing with unions, parties, and paramilitary groups. The student is advised to illustrate points about the Nazi state with examples.

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Revise the main features of the Weimar constitution, such as Article 48, the
voting system of proportional representation, and the powers of the
Presidentand Chancellor.
Become familiar with the main events of the period 1919-1923,suchas the
SpartacistUprising, the Kapp Putsch, and the Frenchoccupationof the
Ruhr leading to the hyperinflation of 1923.
Understand how Stresemanndefused the 1923 crisis and set Germany on
coursefor recovery.
The impact of the GreatDepression on Germany is crucial for an
understanding of the rise in political extremism – Communism and Nazism.
An outline of the history of the Nazi Party and the rise of Hitler must be
mastered and you should be familiar with key aspects of the 25-Point
Programme of 1920 and the circumstances surrounding the Munich Putsch.
The change in Nazi tactics after 1923 is also important in understanding how
the Nazis exploited (with success)the deepening economic problems after
1929.
The events leading up to Hitler’s appointment as Chancellorare
complicated, so you must focus on the position of the Nazis in Reichstag and
the rivalry between von Papen and von Schleicher.
Hitler’s consolidation of power involves understanding how he dealt with the
trade unions, political parties, the SA, and the army. Remember that the SA
was not destroyed during the “Night of the long Knives”.
The main features of the Nazi state are easyto understand. You should
illustrate every point you make with an example.