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Paul von Hindenburg



Hindenburg, Paul von (1847–1934), German general, president of Germany (1925–34). Together with Ludendorff he directed German military strategies in World War I. As president he was chiefly a figurehead. In 1933 he appointed Hitler chancellor.



See also: World War I.

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