Alfred Hugenberg

Alfred Hugenberg was a German businessman and politician active in the early 20th century. He owned large media companies and used his newspapers to promote nationalist and conservative views. During the rise of Nazi Germany, he initially opposed Adolf Hitler but later allied with the Nazi Party to strengthen his influence. Hugenberg played a key role in the political landscape by shaping public opinion through media and supporting conservative policies. His activities contributed to the weakening of democracy in Germany and the eventual rise of the Nazi dictatorship.