2. The Concentration Camps: Himmler's Fight For Existence (1934)

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Unearth the chilling transformation of Nazi Germany's concentration camp system in 1934, as we journey through a year rife with political upheaval and power struggles. Witness the pivotal role played by Heinrich Himmler and Theodor Eicke in reshaping these camps into instruments of terror, starting with the brutal purge of the SA. The confrontation between Eicke and Ernst Röhm, culminating in Röhm's execution, marks a dramatic shift in Nazi power dynamics, setting the stage for the SS's rise to dominance.
Explore the aftermath of the Night of the Long Knives, where fear of an SA coup was manipulated to justify mass executions and solidify the SS's control. Discover how Dachau, under the sinister vision of Himmler and Heydrich, evolved from a quiet village into a model concentration camp, embodying the Nazi regime's increasing brutality. Despite internal criticism from figures like Hermann Goering and Wilhelm Frick, who questioned the camps' necessity, the relentless expansion continued with Hitler's tacit support, revealing the complex battle for control within the party.
Join me, Thijs, as we delve into the internal conflicts that shaped the early years of the concentration camp system, highlighting Himmler's unwavering ambition and the resistance he faced. Learn about the intricate power dynamics and the eventual expansion of the camp system, which signaled a turning point in the Nazi regime's approach to repression. Engage with us further by joining our Facebook group, where we can collaborate and deepen our understanding of this dark period in history.

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1. SS Rise in Nazi Germany (00:00:00)

2. Transformation of Power in Nazi Germany (00:06:04)

3. Internal Criticism of Nazi Concentration Camps (00:18:17)

4. Battle for Nazi Concentration Camps (00:23:57)

5. Expansion of Nazi Camp System (00:33:50)