Propaganda
The Nazis used images and phrases to manipulate ideas. Here are some examples of Nazi propaganda. The Swastika
The swastika became the symbol of the Nazis and the representation of evil during the Third Reich. Yet the symbol itself has a long and varied history. Find out more about the swastika.
Beer Hall Putsch
On November 8, 1923, Adolf Hitler attempted to sieze control of Germany through a putsch (coup). Learn about his failed attempt from this article by your About.com Guide. Himmler's Speech at Poznan on October 4, 1943
This is an infamous speech by Himmler where he clearly states and directs the SS to be hardened to the extermination of the Jews. Night of Long Knives
On June 30, 1934, Hitler ordered a mass internal purge of the SA. This site gives an overview of the power struggle and events leading up to the purge. Organization Layout of the RSHA
The Reich Security Main Office was organized into seven AMTs. Here is a brief listing of each AMT. Nazi-Soviet Non-Aggression Pact
The division of Poland between Germany and the Soviet Union was decided well before a single shot was fired. An article by your About.com Guide. SS Ranks
A listing of SS ranks and their western equivalents, from your About.com Guide. Der Stürmer
From your About.com Guide - Learn about Julius Streicher's anti-Semitic, Nazi, weekly newspaper. Text of the Wannsee Protocol
This site has the minutes of the meeting between Nazi officials on January 20, 1942 where they discussed the process of the Final Solution. Wannsee Conference
From your About.com Guide - On January 20, 1942, Nazi leaders gathered together in Wannsee to plan the Final Solution. Wehrmacht Oath of Loyalty
On August 2, 1934, the same day Paul von Hindenberg died, Hitler made each member of the armed forces swear an allegiance to Adolf Hitler. This is a copy of the oath. Wendel's Axis History Factbook: Germany and Austria
This site features information about military, political, and police organizations as well as songs, photo gallery, and military equipment.
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