~M~ -- I believe we both pretty much agree about Hitler's rise to power. Yes, Hitler was individually elected to the Reichstag; yes, the Nazi Party had a plurality in the governing body; yes Hitler was 'appointed' Chancellor. But it did have to be thus. Over 60% of Reichstag seats were not held by Nazis. If they had cooperated to put forth a candidate backed by more seats than Hitler, Hindenburg would have (had to) appoint(ed) that person. I believe many obscene machinations by Hitler, et. al.prevented this. I, therefore, reject the notion that Hitler was democratically elected to the position of chancellor.