Chancellor of Germany

Definition

The Chancellor of Germany is the head of government in the country. They are responsible for leading the executive branch and implementing policies.

Think of the Chancellor as the CEO or manager of a company called Germany, making important decisions that shape its direction.

Weimar Republic: The democratic government established in Germany after WWI until Hitler's rise to power.

Enabling Act: A law passed in 1933 that gave Hitler dictatorial powers, allowing him to bypass parliamentary procedures.

Reichstag Fire: An arson attack on the German parliament building used by Nazis as a pretext to crack down on opposition parties.

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