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Explore the complex life of Adolph Hitler: from aspiring artist to Nazi dictator, his role in WWII, and the tragic consequences of his actions. Witness the rise and fall of a man who changed the course of history forever.
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ADOLPH HITLER • Born 1889 in Austria • Moved to Germany as a child. • After the death of his brother went from outgoing and confident to detached and morose. • Wanted to be an artist. • Became German nationalist to rebel against father.
ADOLPH HITLER • Fought for Germany in WWI. Decorated but lacked leadership skills, so never promoted. • Temporarily blinded by mustard gas attack. • Furious at German capitulation.
ADOLPH HITLER • Joined German Workers’ Party which was : • Anti-semitic • Nationalist • Anti-capitalist • Anti-communist • Became adept at speaking to large groups • German Workers’ Party Nationalist Socialist German Workers’ Party
First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out -- Because I was not a Socialist. • Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out -- Because I was not a Trade Unionist. • Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out -- Because I was not a Jew. • Then they came for me -- and there was no one left to speak for me.