Historical Background of the Holocaust

Notably, Jews had lived in Europe for centuries. Initially, they had inhabited Palestine but were driven away by the Romans. They settled in various palaces around the world. However, the period between 1920 and 1940 witnessed Germany experiencing great economic hardships, which was as a result of being defeated in World War I. As a result, Germany was subjected to pay massive reparations to its allies, thus causing it to suffer terrible inflation including mass unemployment. He revitalized Nazi Party and later assumed the role of president after the death of Von Hindenburg. The strategy helped him gain control of the army and declared the Nazis as the only legal party in Germany. He embarked on his desires regarding freeing Germany economically, socially, and politically.