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Paul von Hindenburg

Paul von Hindenburg

Acting
02 Oct 1847
02 Aug 1934
Posen, Kingdom of Prussia

Biography

Paul Ludwig von Hindenburg, was a German general and statesman who led the Imperial German Army during World War I and later became President of Germany from 1925 until his death in 1934. During his presidency, he played a key role in the Nazi seizure of power in January 1933 when, under pressure from advisers, he appointed Adolf Hitler as Chancellor of Germany.

Also Known As

Paul Ludwig Hans Anton von Beneckendorff und von Hindenburg

Photos

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