Nazi Methods of Propaganda

• Hitler used a variety of methods of Propaganda to promote his career
• Some of the forms he used include: newspapers, films, radio, mass rallies, parades, posters and leaflets
• Hitler would create a new government ministry to control propaganda
• Joseph Goebble would become the Minister of Propaganda, becoming a top member of the Nazi hierarchy
• Goebble was given very important duties:
• To improve Hitler’s image, creating a god-like figure who would be the savior of Germany
• He would discredit the Jewish Community by spreading hatred in his press releases
• He would also discredit the Weimar government and its president, explaining to the people how weak it was
• He would be critical of the Versailles Treaty, highlighting the damage it has done
• He would make sure Hitler’s face was everywhere in Germany as well as Meinkempf

• Hitler will use money given to the party by sponsors to provide free food and entertainment to the poor and needy. This will buy votes.
• Hitler will organize a para-military group called the Brownshirts, who will provide the muscle that Hitler needs to promote the party
• The Brownshirts march in parades, playing instruments and use their Billy clubs to beat people to death when necessary
• Goebble’s will help Hitler by editing his speeches, showing Hitler how to choreograph his movements in front of an audience(facial expressions, hand gestures)
• Nazi propaganda is designed to appeal to people’s emotions. It will have a brainwashing affect on the minds of Germans
• Propaganda will revive personal dignity and self esteem; it will promote a spirit of Nationalism and pride within the country
• Hitler will be promoted as the Ultimate leader of the people
• German propaganda will be partly responsible for the deaths of 6.5 million Jews