The day after Hitler was appointed chancellor is one that is not mentioned often. However, it is an important moment in Germanys history that hints at what is yet to come in their future. When Hitler was appointed, it was much to the dismay of the current Chancellor, Hindenburg. He had not approved of re-elections and only allowed Hitler to become Chancellor if he was allowed to appoint the vice-chancellor. He, as well as other anti-nazis, thought that this would hurt Hitler. They thought that he would become Chancellor but not have any power, and then eventually be pushed out. Everyone under estimated him, however.
"By appointing Hitler Chancellor of the Reich you have handed over our sacred German Fatherland to one of the greatest demagogues of all time. I prophesy to you this evil man will plunge our Reich into the abyss and will inflict immeasurable woe on our nation. Future generations will curse you in your grave for this action."
- the telegram to Hindenburg from Ludendorff stated.
The business men were thankful, for they thought that Hitler would remove any aspects of communism and allow business to flourish. The military was also excited, for Hitler had promised to remove the Treaty of Versailles and rebuild the army.
Hitler becoming Chancellor was just the first step of many, yet it was the turning point that eventually allowed him to become a complete dictator.
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