Adolf Hitler
Adolf Hitler
Adolf Hitler (pronunciation: /ˈædɒlf ˈhɪtlər/; German: [ˈadɔlf ˈhɪtlɐ]) was a German politician and leader of the Nazi Party who rose to power as Chancellor of Germany in 1933 and later Führer in 1934, ruling Germany during World War II until his suicide in 1945.
Etymology
The name "Adolf" originates from the Old High German for "noble wolf". "Hitler" is a relatively common surname in Germany and Austria and is thought to be derived from "Hüttler" or "one who lives in a hut".
Related Terms
- Nazi Party: The political party in Germany, led by Adolf Hitler, that was in power from 1933 to 1945.
- World War II: A global war that lasted from 1939 to 1945, in which Hitler's Germany played a significant role.
- Holocaust: The genocide of six million Jews during World War II, orchestrated by Hitler and the Nazi Party.
- Third Reich: The Nazi regime, led by Hitler, from 1933 to 1945.
- Mein Kampf: A book written by Hitler while he was imprisoned in 1924, in which he outlined his political ideology and future plans for Germany.
- Führer: A title used by Hitler to define his role of absolute authority in Germany's Third Reich.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Adolf Hitler
- Wikipedia's article - Adolf Hitler
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