Adolf Hitler was born in Braunau am Inn, Austria on April 20, 1889. He grew up in Austria and later moved to Germany, where he would become the leader of the Nazi Party and the Chancellor of Germany. Hitler's rise to power and his leadership of Germany during World War II are among the most significant and controversial events in modern history. Hitler's actions during the war, including the Holocaust and other war crimes, led to the deaths of millions of people and have had lasting effects on global politics and culture. Despite his atrocities, Hitler remains a figure of fascination and study, as scholars and historians continue to try to understand the events and circumstances that led to his rise and fall.