Propaganda and Censorship

• When did Goebbels become an important member of the Nazi party?

  After the Bamberg Conference in 1926
• What was Goebbels' main goal with propaganda?

  Create a message embedded in German attitudes
• What did the Nazis control in terms of media?

  All aspects of media, sport, culture, and arts
• What happened to opposition newspapers in 1933?

  They were banned by the Nazis
• How many newspapers had the Nazis closed down by 1935?

  600 newspapers
• What was the state of the German press under Nazi control?

  No longer had a free press
• What percentage of Germans had a radio by 1939?

  70%
• How did the Nazis use radio to promote their views?

  All radio stations were under Nazi control
• How did the Nazis ensure people listened to Hitler's broadcasts?

  Broadcasts were compulsory to listen to
• What was the significance of the Nuremberg rallies?

  They created a sense of belonging and excitement
• What was the largest stadium built by the Nazis for the 1936 Olympics?

  110,000-seater stadium
• How did the Nazis use the Berlin Olympics for propaganda?

  Promoted Nazi ideals and successes
• What type of art did the Nazis promote?

  Art that depicted strength and loyalty
• What happened to artists who did not follow Nazi rules?

  They were regularly checked by the Gestapo
• How many paintings were removed from German galleries in 1936?

  Over 12,000 paintings
• What types of music were banned by the Nazis?

  Music by black and Jewish artists
• Who was appointed to complete major architectural projects for the Nazis?

  Albert Speer
• What architectural style did Speer incorporate into his designs?

  Inspired by ancient Greek and Roman buildings
• What infamous act did the Nazis carry out in the 1930s and 40s?

  Book burnings
• What types of books were targeted for burning?

  Books by Jewish or communist writers
• What was required for new books to be published in Nazi Germany?

  Approval by the Chamber of Culture
• How did Goebbels use cinema for propaganda?

  All films had to be approved by him
• How many Nazi-made films were released?

  Approximately 1300 films
• What was the content of the newsreels shown before films?

  Promoted the work of the Nazis
• What was the purpose of the cartoon commissioned by Goebbels?

  To promote Nazi ideals through entertainment
• What were the main methods of Nazi propaganda?

  • Control of media, sport, culture, and arts
  • Censorship of opposition views
  • Use of rallies and public events
  • Promotion of Nazi ideals through various mediums
• What were the impacts of Nazi propaganda on German society?

  • Created a unified national identity
  • Promoted loyalty to the Nazi regime
  • Suppressed dissent and opposition
  • Influenced public perception of race and culture