Nazi Germany

Chancellor

Jan 30, 1933

German President Paul von Hindenburg announces Adolf Hitler as the chancellor of a coalition government.

Anti-Jews

Apr 1, 1933

The Nazis tried to boycott Jewish businesses. It ended in failure after one day.

The Purge

Jan 30, 1934

Hitler orders his Nazis to kill German officials who criticize his rule.

Dictator

Jul 19, 1934

Hitler abolishes the office of president and claims the title of Emperor, becoming dictator of Germany.

Nuremberg Laws

Sep 15, 1935

Hitler passes racial laws that change the meaning of "Jew".

Reichstag speech

Jan 30, 1939

Hitler pushes for war to end all Jews.

Germany vs Russia

Jun 28, 1942

German forces gets crushed on Stalingrad.

Treblinka

Jul 23, 1942

Treblinka begins gassing operations by killing 920,000 jews.