Hitler: Ascent, 1889-1939 Guide

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).