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In what ways and to what extent, was propaganda important in the rise and rule of Hitler?

Hitler used propaganda both in his rise to power (when he was using the myth that Germany's defeat in the First World War was Jewish fault) and through his rule to strenthen and maintain his power. He ...

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Is it important to include opinions of historians in my essays?

Historical opinion - also known as historiography - is essential to essay writing. Including the opinions and arguments of historians shows your awareness of the field. It will impress your examiners i...

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What was the 'Suez Crisis' in 1956 and why was it so significant?

The Suez Crisis was an international incident that occurred in 1956, and involved the possession of the Suez canal located in Egypt. The United Kingdom had effectively owned the canal since the mid-187...

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Should I focus on facts or themes when revising for an A or AS level history exam?

Revision for your A level history exam is always tricky as you find yourself trying to learn a great number of facts and statistics as well as the answers to the different themes of your period.

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How do I avoid falling into the second mark band when analysing a source?

Source analysis in GCSE history exams can be exceedingly tricky and it is very easy to miss out on the top marks because of a phrase or observation that the marking scheme deems as lower tier.

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Answered by James B. • History tutor

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