Alfred Hugenberg, a prominent industrialist and media mogul, played a crucial role in Hitler's ascent by providing significant electoral support that facilitated Hitler's appointment as chancellor in January 1933. Despite warnings from associates about the potential dangers of aligning with Hitler, Hugenberg believed he could control and benefit from the association.
Alfred Hugenberg, a prominent industrialist and media mogul, played a crucial role in Hitler's ascent by providing significant electoral support that facilitated Hitler's appointment as chancellor in January 1933. Despite warnings from associates about the potential dangers of aligning with Hitler, Hugenberg believed he could control and benefit from the association.