Hitler rose to power through promises but initiated WWII with extreme policies, culminating in his suicide after Germany's defeat.
The Invasion of Poland in 1939
Hitler's aggressive expansionist policies, starting with the reoccupation of the Saar region, led directly to the invasion of Poland and the onset of World War II.
Kristallnacht
Kristallnacht was a pivotal moment in Jewish persecution, signaling the transition from discrimination to violent action that led to the Holocaust.
Gerd Heidemann, journalist at center of Hitler diary hoax, dies at 93
Gerd Heidemann's revelation of Hitler's diaries ended as a monumental fraud, damaging careers and revealing flaws in journalism.
Hitler's Germany invaded Poland 85 years ago DW 08/31/2024
The Gleiwitz incident was a false flag operation used by Nazi Germany to justify the invasion of Poland.
Adolf Hitler
Hitler rose to power through promises but initiated WWII with extreme policies, culminating in his suicide after Germany's defeat.
The Invasion of Poland in 1939
Hitler's aggressive expansionist policies, starting with the reoccupation of the Saar region, led directly to the invasion of Poland and the onset of World War II.
Kristallnacht
Kristallnacht was a pivotal moment in Jewish persecution, signaling the transition from discrimination to violent action that led to the Holocaust.
Gerd Heidemann, journalist at center of Hitler diary hoax, dies at 93
Gerd Heidemann's revelation of Hitler's diaries ended as a monumental fraud, damaging careers and revealing flaws in journalism.
Hitler's Germany invaded Poland 85 years ago DW 08/31/2024
The Gleiwitz incident was a false flag operation used by Nazi Germany to justify the invasion of Poland.
Surviving the Holocaust: 'There is no God' DW 11/08/2024
Elisabeth Scheiderbauer's early realization of a world without God starkly contrasts with her harrowing experiences as a child under Nazi persecution.
80 years on: Marking the liberation of Majdanek Nazi camp DW 07/24/2024
Majdanek camp in Poland was a horrific extermination center where thousands, mainly Jews, were killed by Nazis during World War II.
German court upholds ex-Nazi camp secretary conviction DW 08/20/2024
Germany's federal court has upheld the conviction of 99-year-old Irmgard Furchner for aiding in the murders of thousands during World War II.
Reinhard Heydrich
Reinhard Heydrich was a key architect of Nazi terror, particularly against Jews, and would have faced justice had he survived World War II.
My family's past, and Germany's, weighs heavily upon me. And it's why I feel so strongly about Gaza | Eva Ladipo
The author reflects on their family's history tied to Nazi Germany, emphasizing the importance of not forgetting crucial lessons from history amidst current debates and discussions.
Surviving the Holocaust: 'There is no God' DW 11/08/2024
Elisabeth Scheiderbauer's early realization of a world without God starkly contrasts with her harrowing experiences as a child under Nazi persecution.
80 years on: Marking the liberation of Majdanek Nazi camp DW 07/24/2024
Majdanek camp in Poland was a horrific extermination center where thousands, mainly Jews, were killed by Nazis during World War II.
German court upholds ex-Nazi camp secretary conviction DW 08/20/2024
Germany's federal court has upheld the conviction of 99-year-old Irmgard Furchner for aiding in the murders of thousands during World War II.
Reinhard Heydrich
Reinhard Heydrich was a key architect of Nazi terror, particularly against Jews, and would have faced justice had he survived World War II.
My family's past, and Germany's, weighs heavily upon me. And it's why I feel so strongly about Gaza | Eva Ladipo
The author reflects on their family's history tied to Nazi Germany, emphasizing the importance of not forgetting crucial lessons from history amidst current debates and discussions.
The policy of appeasement towards Hitler failed, ultimately leading to the outbreak of World War II.
Hitler Youth
The Hitler Youth indoctrinated German youth into Nazi ideology while promoting physical fitness and loyalty, leading many to military roles during WWII.
The 1944 Plot to Assassinate Hitler
A group of German generals attempted to assassinate Hitler in 1944 to stop the war and save Germany but failed.
Hitler's Occupation of Czechoslovakia
The Munich Agreement enabled Hitler's expansionist ambitions, leading to the dominance of Nazi Germany in Europe.
Erwin Rommel
Rommel was a famed German field marshal known for his victories in North Africa and his tragic end due to confrontation with Nazi leadership.
The Real Story Behind Apple TV+'s 'Blitz,' a New Steve McQueen Movie About Britain's Everyday World War II Heroes
The Blitz was designed to weaken British resolve by instilling fear through relentless aerial bombings.
Why Did Britain & France Appease Hitler?
The policy of appeasement towards Hitler failed, ultimately leading to the outbreak of World War II.
Hitler Youth
The Hitler Youth indoctrinated German youth into Nazi ideology while promoting physical fitness and loyalty, leading many to military roles during WWII.
The 1944 Plot to Assassinate Hitler
A group of German generals attempted to assassinate Hitler in 1944 to stop the war and save Germany but failed.
Hitler's Occupation of Czechoslovakia
The Munich Agreement enabled Hitler's expansionist ambitions, leading to the dominance of Nazi Germany in Europe.
Erwin Rommel
Rommel was a famed German field marshal known for his victories in North Africa and his tragic end due to confrontation with Nazi leadership.
The Real Story Behind Apple TV+'s 'Blitz,' a New Steve McQueen Movie About Britain's Everyday World War II Heroes
The Blitz was designed to weaken British resolve by instilling fear through relentless aerial bombings.
Kunstmuseum Basel settles on Pissarro painting with Jewish collector's heirs
The Kunstmuseum Basel settled with Richard Semmel's heirs for a Pissarro painting sold under duress after fleeing Nazi Germany.
A Slevogt triptych, restituted to the heirs of a Nazi-persecuted collector, is to be auctioned in Munich
The triptych by Max Slevogt, restituted to Eduard Fuchs's heirs, will be auctioned with proceeds acknowledging historical injustices against Jewish collectors.
Kunstmuseum Basel settles on Pissarro painting with Jewish collector's heirs
The Kunstmuseum Basel settled with Richard Semmel's heirs for a Pissarro painting sold under duress after fleeing Nazi Germany.
A Slevogt triptych, restituted to the heirs of a Nazi-persecuted collector, is to be auctioned in Munich
The triptych by Max Slevogt, restituted to Eduard Fuchs's heirs, will be auctioned with proceeds acknowledging historical injustices against Jewish collectors.
The women from all walks of life who rebelled against the Nazis
Sophie Scholl symbolizes the bravery of women in resisting Nazi Germany, highlighting their often-overlooked contributions against fascism.
The 5 Themes of Fascist Education
The Nazis aimed to rewrite history and control societal norms, particularly regarding queer identity, through censorship and educational reforms.
Lessons of a Weimar Anti-Fascist in Palestine
The author's father survived a violent attack by Nazis and later escaped Germany, highlighting personal and historical experiences during the rise of fascism.
Cranach portrait will be sold in accord between Pennsylvania museum and Jewish heirs
The Allentown Art Museum settles with the heirs of a Jewish owner to auction a portrait linked to the Nazi era.
Film suggests Nazis' lead propagandist had role in 1939 massacre
Leni Riefenstahl's role in Nazi propaganda is called into question, suggesting possible complicity in wartime atrocities.
The documentary uncovers evidence that Riefenstahl may have urged the removal of Jews, indirectly contributing to their deaths.
London's Public Art: South of the River by Bernard Schottlander
Bernard Schottlander's legacy endures with his notable sculpture 'South of the River' still standing in London on the centenary of his birth.
Walter Arlen, Holocaust Refugee and Belated Composer, Is Dead at 103
Walter Arlen, a Holocaust survivor, musical prodigy, and late-in-life composer, passed away at 103 in California, leaving a legacy of remembrance through his music.
French far right splits with Germany's AfD in EU parliament
Rassemblement National (RN) distancing from AfD due to SS comments, aiming to maintain image for upcoming elections.
Germany: Berlin offers up Goebbels' villa for free DW 05/03/2024
Berlin's state government offers to give away or demolish villa once owned by Goebbels if no takers, highlighting the ongoing struggle to handle former Nazi buildings in Germany.