Zjazdy norymberskie w oczach amerykańskich obserwatorów 1933–1938
Nazi Party Rallies in Nuremberg in the eyes of American observers 1933–1938

Summary/Abstract: After taking power (30 January 1933), the Nazis began to pay more attention to the way in which the party rallies were organized. To raise their rank, they sent out invitations to foreigners, also citizens of the United States. The regime wanted to win them for their cause. Parteitag’s invitations were sent to American diplomats and correspondents, American supporters of national socialists, American fascists and members of pro-Nazi organizations operating in the United States. Nazis foreign and internal policy successes resulted in a gradual increase in the number of American visitors at the Nazi congresses. For many observers attending the conventions meant meeting the “idols” and observing the power of the movement. Nazis prepared a number of attractions for their foreign guests. U.S. citizens were impressed by the excellent organization of the Nazi party rallies and their pomp. Many of them enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about the Nazism and meet Nazi elite. The congresses were perfect propagandist celebration, full of parades and pageantry.

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