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Dolchesstosslegend

Definition:

The Dolchesstosslegend refers to a conspiracy theory that emerged in Germany following World War I. It claims that Germany's military defeat in the war was not due to the failing war effort but rather to a betrayal by politicians, Jews, and other internal enemies. The theory played a significant role in the rise of right-wing extremism and the Nazi party in Germany.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. The conspiracy theory that attributes Germany's defeat in World War I to betrayal rather than military failure.

Usages:

1. The Dolchesstosslegend gained popularity among disillusioned veterans and right-wing political groups in Germany during the post-war period.

2. This unfounded belief in the Dolchesstosslegend fueled resentment and ultimately contributed to the destabilization of the Weimar Republic.

3. The Dolchesstosslegend served as a foundation for Nazi propaganda, promoting antisemitism and hatred towards perceived internal enemies.

Sample Sentences:

1. "The spread of the Dolchesstosslegend among nationalist circles in Germany greatly undermined the legitimacy of the Weimar Republic."

2. "The Dolchesstosslegend falsely accused ethnic and religious minorities of sabotaging the German war effort."

3. "Historians have extensively debunked the Dolchesstosslegend, emphasizing the multitude of factors that led to Germany's defeat in World War I."

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