Hitler's rise to power was based upon long-term factors - resentment in the German people, the weakness of the Weimar system - which he exploited through propaganda (paid for by his rich, Communist-fearing backers), the terror of his storm troopers, and the brilliance of his speeches. During the 'roaring twenties' Germans ignored this vicious little man with his program of hatred. But when the Great Depression ruined their lives, they voted for him in increasing …showed first 75 words of 878 total…

…showed last 75 words of 878 total…end, Hitler did not TAKE power at all - he was given it. The events described in the above paragraphs could have been prevented if President Hindenburg hadn't allowed Hitler to gain power, and to pass laws that gave too much power to the President. In the end Hitler had brainwashed the people of Germany to believe what he believed, killed those who rebelled and gained total control. Certainly nothing good could from these events.