For several years, Hitler held the fate of all of Europe in his hands. But it is impossible to call him an outstanding politician. How did he manage to lead Germany and conquer half the world? Analyzing the way the Fuhrer came to power, the author dwells in detail on the secrets of the painful consciousness of Adolf Hitler, on the history of the formation of the striking force of the national movement - the assault troops. Several chapters of the book are devoted to iconic figures of the Third Reich, as well as little-known events that clarify the picture of the Second World War.