Established the SS and the Hitler Youth.
The annexation of Austria into the German Reich.
After prison, Hitler realized he could not take power by force; he had to be elected. Hitler: Ascent, 1889-1939
Appointed by President Hindenburg on January 30, 1933.
While recovering from a gas attack in 1918, he heard of Germany's surrender. Established the SS and the Hitler Youth
A bold bluff that succeeded without a shot fired.
Once in the government, Hitler moved with ruthless speed to dismantle democracy. Hitler: Ascent, 1889-1939
Awarded the Iron Cross, First Class (rare for his rank of Corporal).