Gregor Strasser

German politician and party leader

Gregor Strasser - German politician and party leader
Born

May 31st, 1892
132 years ago

Died

June 30th, 1934
90 years ago — 42 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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A German politician and prominent member of the National Socialist German Workers' Party, Strasser was influential during the early 1930s. Strasser began his political career as a member of the Workers' Party of Germany before joining the NSDAP. He became a key figure in the party and played a significant role in its rise. Strasser held the position of Deputy Leader of the NSDAP and advocated for socialism within the party's platform. He was involved in the party's strategies in various elections and was known for his disputes with Adolf Hitler regarding the direction of the party. Strasser was eventually sidelined within the party and was assassinated during the Night of the Long Knives in 1934.

Served as Deputy Leader of the NSDAP

Advocated for socialist policies within the party

Assassinated during the Night of the Long Knives

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