Nazi Party

Nazi propaganda techniques were effective because they used emotional appeal, repetition, and manipulation of information to create a sense of unity and loyalty among the population. Propaganda also targeted specific groups, exploited existing prejudices, and utilized modern media tools to convey their messages widely and effectively. The authoritarian control of the regime further limited opposing voices and reinforced the propaganda's impact.

The Nazis forced some prisoners to wear a second badge underneath their primary identification badge to denote additional forms of persecution or discrimination, such as being a political prisoner, homosexual, or a repeat offender. This practice aimed to further dehumanize and isolate certain groups of prisoners within the concentration camps.

Nazi children were expected to participate in Hitler Youth activities, including physical training, ideological indoctrination, and military drills to prepare them for serving the Nazi regime. They were also taught to uphold Aryan ideals and support the ideology of the Nazi party.

Propaganda was a significant factor in the growth of support for the Nazi Party in the years 1929-32. However, other factors such as economic hardships, political instability, and discontent with the Weimar government also played crucial roles in attracting supporters to the Nazi Party during this period. The propaganda effectively exploited these conditions to gain popular support for the party.

In Nazi propaganda, Hitler was portrayed as a strong and charismatic leader who could lead Germany to greatness. He was often depicted as a savior figure, capable of uniting the German people and achieving their collective goals. Propaganda highlighted his speeches, military prowess, and vision for a racially pure society to cultivate a cult of personality around him.

The Nazi symbol, also known as the swastika, is a black hooked cross with its arms bent at 90 degrees. It is often associated with the Nazi Party during World War II and is considered a symbol of hate, racism, and anti-Semitism. Displaying or using the swastika is illegal in several countries due to its connection with the atrocities committed by the Nazis.

The working class supported the Nazis in Germany primarily because the party promised to address economic hardships, provide jobs, and restore national pride following the devastation of World War I. Additionally, the Nazis skillfully manipulated propaganda and utilized strong nationalist and anti-communist rhetoric to appeal to working-class individuals who felt marginalized or disillusioned with the existing political system.

Some former Nazis claimed they were following orders and had no choice but to carry out atrocities. Others argued they were not aware of the full extent of the crimes being committed. However, these defenses were largely rejected by the court, which held individuals accountable for their actions.

The Nazis limited the rights of Jews in German-occupied countries through various measures, including laws restricting their employment, education, and ability to own property. Jews were also forced to wear identifying badges, had their businesses confiscated, and were eventually deported to concentration camps where many were killed in the Holocaust.

During the Holocaust, Jews migrated to various countries to escape the Nazis, including the United States, United Kingdom, Palestine, and other European countries such as Switzerland and Sweden. Some also sought refuge in South America, particularly in countries like Argentina and Brazil. However, many faced challenges in finding safe haven due to strict immigration policies and anti-Semitic attitudes prevalent at the time.

Twelve high-ranking Nazis were sentenced to death and subsequently executed as a result of the Nuremberg trials held after World War II.

It is not illegal to draw a Nazi sign or symbol in the United States as it is protected under the First Amendment as a form of free speech. However, displaying such symbols in certain contexts or with intent to incite violence or hatred may be considered illegal under hate speech laws.

European Jews

Tonny Ahlers betrayed the Franks out of self-preservation. He gave information about their hiding place to the Nazis in order to secure his own safety and avoid being captured or punished.

Not to downplay the terrible atrocities, but this is an interestingly worded question. The easy answer is to say "Jews". However, there's a twist to this.

After the Nazis took power, in 1935 they passed a bunch of laws called the "Nuremberg Laws". These laws put severe restrictions on "non-Aryans"- primarily Jews, but also others like Polish and Russians who happened to be living in Germany. Among other things, the laws stripped non-Aryans of their German citizenship- so technically the German Jews and Polish and so forth were not German citizens when the Nazis imprisoned/killed them.

So the German citizens who were victims of the Nazi Party were mainly political opponents/dissidents. Anyone, especially Communists and Socialists, who opposed the Nazis were imprisoned, tortured, killed. Even political allies were not immune- famously, on the "Night of the Long Knives", over 80 Nazis and allies from other parties were murdered.

The Nazis targeted various groups during their rule in Germany from 1933 to 1945. These groups included Jews, Roma and Sinti people, disabled individuals, LGBTQ+ individuals, political dissidents, Jehovah's Witnesses, Poles, Slavs, and other ethnic minorities. The Nazis aimed to eliminate or oppress these groups based on their ideology of racial purity and superiority.

The Nazi Party, led by Adolf Hitler, had several key principles and rules. These included promoting Aryan supremacy and racial purity, anti-Semitism, authoritarian government, militarism, territorial expansion, and strict social and economic control. The party also enforced strict obedience and loyalty to Hitler, the Führer, and used propaganda and indoctrination to maintain their ideology and control over the German population. Ultimately, these rules led to the persecution and genocide of millions during World War II.