sturmabteilung
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Definition
Proper noun * Nazi militia created by Hitler in 1921 that helped him to power but was eclipsed by the SS after 1943: The Sturmabteilung was the original paramilitary wing of the Nazi Party, instrumental in its rise during the Weimar Republic era.
Usage
- The term Sturmabteilung is used exclusively as a proper noun to refer to this specific historical organization. It is often used in historical and political contexts.
- It is commonly abbreviated as SA.
Examples
- The Sturmabteilung played a key role in intimidating political opponents during the Nazi Party's early years.
- After the Night of the Long Knives in 1934, the power of the Sturmabteilung was drastically reduced.
- Historians study the Sturmabteilung to understand the violent tactics used by the Nazis to seize power.
Advanced Usage
- The term is sometimes used metaphorically in political commentary to describe a violent or intimidating faction within a political movement, though this is a figurative extension of its primary historical meaning.
Variants and Related Words
- SA: The standard abbreviation for Sturmabteilung.
- Brownshirts: A common nickname for the Sturmabteilung, derived from the color of their uniforms.
- Storm Troopers: The English translation of "Sturmabteilung," often used in historical texts.
Synonyms
- Paramilitary: (noun) A semi-military force. While not a direct synonym, it describes the type of organization the Sturmabteilung was.
- Militia: (noun) A military force raised from the civilian population. This is a close conceptual synonym for the group's function.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- (To be) eclipsed by: This phrase is often used in the historical context of the Sturmabteilung to describe how its influence was surpassed by the SS (Schutzstaffel).
Noun
- Nazi militia created by Hitler in 1921 that helped him to power but was eclipsed by the SS after 1943