Adolf Hitler19 August 1934
On the death of Hindenburg proclaims himself Fuhrer, a position created by himself
Germany · Government / NSDAP Government. Chronological records rendered directly from the World History Database.
On the death of Hindenburg proclaims himself Fuhrer, a position created by himself
Assumes the leadership of the Ministry of War. Appoints von Ribbentrop Foreirgn Minister
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