During the depression the 25 points of the Nazis became more attractive (especially to old, unemployed and middle class).
The Nazis claimed:
Germany needed a strong leader.
Needed to get rid of the Treaty of Versailles.
Needed to give unemployed jobs - join army, build armaments and road building.

By 1932 the Nazis were the biggest single party.

Why did the Nazis succeed in the elections?
Businessmen were afraid of communists who would nationalize industry.
Middle classes hoped the Nazis would prevent more inflation.
Unemployed thought Nazis would get people back to work.
Hitler whipped up emotions in his rallies. He was dynamic and gave his message to millions with propaganda.
Unemployed workers were given food and shelter and employment in the SA.
Helped by depression from wall street crash 1929.

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