apr 30, 1945 - Death of Adolf Hitler
Description:
As Soviet forces close in on Berlin, Hitler commits suicide in his bunker beneath the Reich Chancellery. His death marks the end of Nazi leadership, though Germany continues to resist for a few more days. Hitler's suicide is a symbolic end to the Nazi regime, which collapses shortly afterward.Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 30, 1945
Now
~ 80 years ago