Real Dictators Hitler: Night of the Long Knives (Part 14)
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Mar 16, 2022 Hitler visits Mussolini in Venice, tensions rise within the SA, mistaken identity leads to press confusion, Night of the Long Knives executed by Hitler, previewing the rise of Hitler and Genghis Khan.
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SA's Revolutionary Discontent
- The SA felt betrayed as Hitler allied with big business and the army instead of promoting revolution.
- This caused tension as the SA saw themselves as the true Nazi warriors and desired a second revolution.
Hitler Arrests Ernst Röhm
- Hitler personally arrested Ernst Röhm during the Night of the Long Knives.
- Röhm was executed after refusing to commit suicide, ending major SA leadership.
Direct, Decisive Leadership Needed
- Hitler personally led the purge operation to quell the SA threat swiftly.
- Direct leadership and surprise were crucial to neutralizing opposition effectively.