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The background to this rise is rooted in the aftermath of World War I, as Germany grapples with the ramifications of defeat. The early 1920s are rife with chaos, as various factions battle for power amidst widespread discontent over economic instability and social upheaval. In Munich, where former soldiers congregate, Hitler harnesses this despair, presenting himself and the Nazi Party as the cure to Germany's troubles.
In October 1922, he makes a bold move by crashing a cultural event in the town of Coburg, calling upon his paramilitary Storm Troopers to confront local socialists. This violent display serves as a critical rallying point for the Nazis, establishing Hitler's reputation as a street fighter devoted to combating the left.