Entity: NAZIS
Nazis were members of the National Socialist German Workers' Party, which controlled Germany from 1933 to 1945 under Adolf Hitler. They advocated totalitarian government, territorial expansion, antisemitism, and Aryan supremacy.
NAZIS
Etymology
The term 'Nazis' is derived from the abbreviation of 'Nationalsozialist,' which translates to National Socialist in German.
Definition
Nazis were members of the National Socialist German Workers' Party, commonly known as the Nazi Party. They controlled Germany from 1933 to 1945 under the leadership of Adolf Hitler. The Nazis advocated for totalitarian government, territorial expansion, antisemitism, and the belief in Aryan supremacy.
Historical Context
The rise of the Nazis in Germany was fueled by economic turmoil, political instability, and widespread discontent following World War I. Adolf Hitler's charismatic leadership and the party's nationalist and racist ideologies resonated with many Germans, leading to their ascent to power.
Cultural Significance
The Nazis' regime is infamous for its atrocities, including the Holocaust, where six million Jews were systematically murdered. The swastika, the symbol of the Nazi Party, has become synonymous with hate, racism, and genocide, serving as a stark reminder of the horrors perpetrated by the Nazis.
Related Concepts
- Fascism
- Totalitarianism
- Antisemitism
- Aryan Supremacy
See Also
- Adolf Hitler
- Holocaust
- World War II
A member of a German political party that controlled Germany from 1933 to 1945 under Adolf Hitler, advocating totalitarianism, territorial expansion, antisemitism, and Aryan supremacy.