Machtergreifung

Key term for OCR GCSE History A, used in Germany 1925–1955.

Definition

A Nazi term meaning 'seizure of power', referring to Hitler's step-by-step consolidation of dictatorial control between January 1933 and August 1934.

Exam Context

Machtergreifung appears in OCR GCSE History A revision content for Non-British Depth Studies, especially Germany 1925–1955 and Rise of the Nazi Regime 1925–1934.

Non-British Depth Studies Germany 1925–1955 Rise of the Nazi Regime 1925–1934

Found in Revision Notes

Non-British Depth Studies

The Nazi Consolidation of Power (1933–1934)

Germany 1925–1955 • Rise of the Nazi Regime 1925–1934

Revise note

Related Key Terms

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