On February 27th, 1933 the Reichstag building in Berlin was burnt down. The fire was used by the Nazis as proof that the Communists were plotting against them. This fire would eventually lead to Reichstag Fire Decree leading in the suspension of most civil liberties in Germany. This event was also a key moment in Hitler's rise to power.
My question to you all: Who do you believe started the fire?
Was it Van der Lubbe acting alone? Was it the Communists trying to take power? Was it the Nazis trying to obtain justification for their future actions? Was it a crazy madman in Berlin? This thread is pure speculation and please keep things civil.