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Early Years: The ‘Stab in the Back’

Adolf Hitler: Rise and Downfall

CHAPTER

The Treaty of Versailles and German Resentment

Exploring the aftermath of World War I, this chapter focuses on the signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1919 and the contrasting reactions it evoked. Celebrated as a symbol of peace by the Allies, the treaty is seen as a calamity in Germany, leading to the perception of a 'Stab in the Back'. The harsh conditions imposed on Germany, including heavy reparations and territorial losses, fuel resentment and contribute to the rise of Adolf Hitler.

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