Weimar Republic
After WWI Germany became a republic.
Politicians met at Weimar.
The treaty of versailles was signed in 1919
New government was unpopular with people who wanted the Kaiser back, people against the treaty and unemployed people.
Rise to Power
Attempted rebellion 1923 - failure
Great Depression - high unemployment turned to Hitler
Brownshirts - uniformed followers fought opponents
Fear of Communism
Largest party in July 1932
Appointed Prime Minister Jan 1933
March on Berlin
Stopped reparations = Ruhr captured = high unemployment