Adolf Hitler was born on April 20, 1889, in Braunau am Inn, Austria-Hungary. His early life was marked by poverty and instability, with his father leaving the family when he was just a child.
Hitler's mother, Klara Pƶlzl, struggled to make ends meet, working multiple jobs to support her family. Despite these challenges, Hitler showed an early interest in art and architecture, and began drawing and painting at a young age.
After serving in World War I, Hitler became increasingly involved in politics. He joined the German Workers' Party (DAP) in 1919, which later merged with other groups to form the National Socialist German Workers' Party (NSDAP), commonly known as the Nazi Party.
Hitler quickly rose through the ranks of the party, using his charisma and oratory skills to gain a significant following. He became the leader of the NSDAP in 1921, after a failed attempt to overthrow the government.
In 1933, Hitler became Chancellor of Germany after a series of political machinations. He quickly consolidated power, eliminating his political opponents and establishing a totalitarian regime.
Hitler's popularity soared as he implemented policies that appealed to many Germans, such as restoring national pride and creating jobs through massive infrastructure projects.