the Reichstag building was burnt down by a communist dutchman
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what were the effects of the fire?
Hitler said the fire was a communist conspiracy and he persuaded Hindenburg to declare a state of emergeancy where he could legally use decrees to govern Germany.
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Why did Hitler call another election in March 1933?
to get more Nazi seats
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why was the March 1933 election particularly bloody?
hitler used the violence of the ** and SA to intimidate political rivals
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when was the enabling act?
March 1933
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what was the effect of the enabling act?
Germany became a totalitarian state
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in what order did these events happen to strengthen Hitler's power?
Banned trade unions, Banned all other political parties, strengthening of local governments.
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when was the night of the long knives?
June 1934
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why did the night of long knives happen?
Hitler wanted to reduce the power of the SA because he believed that they could take over from him.
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when did Hindenburg die?
august 1934
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what was the effect of the death of Hindenburg?
Hitler combined the powers of chancellor and president to become the Fuhrer.
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what was the Reichstag fire
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the Reichstag building was burnt down by a communist dutchman
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what were the effects of the fire?
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Why did Hitler call another election in March 1933?
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why was the March 1933 election particularly bloody?
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