Hitlers Early Allies: Röhm and Eckart

Embark on a journey through the tumultuous landscape of 1920s Germany as we dive further into the captivating narrative of Hitler's rise to power. Episode 5 of 'Darkness Over Deutschland' explores the influential figures of Ernst Röhm and Dietrich Eckart, whose strategic alliances paved the way for the formidable force that became the Nazi Party.
In This Episode:
🤝Alliance Forged: Learn of the unlikely collaboration between Hitler, the aspiring politician, and Röhm, the military mastermind, as they lay the groundwork for the National Socialist German Worker's Party (NSDAP).
✈️ Airborne Escapades: Hitler and Eckart take a daring flight during the Kapp-Lüttwitz Putsch, a coup that rocked Berlin only to find the coup has stalled and that they are too late.
🔥 Birth of the Swastika: Explore the pivotal moment when Hitler appropriates the swastika emblem, crafting the infamous party flag that would leave an indelible mark on the 20th century.
🌍 Political Turmoil: Immerse yourself in the volatile backdrop of 1920s Germany, marked by ideological clashes, military coups, and the relentless pursuit of power.
👥 Hidden Connections Revealed: Unearth the behind-the-scenes connections between Hitler, Röhm, and Eckart, unraveling the complex web that shaped the early days of the Nazi Party.