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How was the stab in back theory a cause of World War 1?

The stab in the back theory is a conspiracy theory asserting that the German Army was not defeated during World War 1, but rather betrayed on the home front by civilians, politicians and Jews, resulting in the German revolution of 1918.

- Weakening of the German public's morale: After Germany lost the war, the German public was devastated. The stab in the back theory provided an easy target to blame for the defeat - scapegoating the home front rather than acknowledging the military's failures. This further weakened the morale of the German people, making it easier for the Nazis to come to power.

- Emergence of right-wing extremism: The stab in the back theory was widely propagated by right-wing, nationalist groups who sought to blame the defeat on specific minority groups within German society. This further solidified a division between the German people, which the Nazis were able to exploit to their own advantage.

- Support for the Nazis: The Nazis used the stab in the back theory as a core part of their propaganda, promoting it as an explanation for the German defeat and further perpetuating the idea of a 'Jewish conspiracy'. This helped to increase support for the Nazi Party and allowed Hitler to come to power.

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