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A controversial campaign event by AfD politician Björn Höcke, featuring a Simson moped, has sparked outrage among descendants of the company's Jewish founders due to its historical ties to Nazi appropriation.

The article explores the mysterious disappearance of Raphael's "Portrait of a Young Man" during the chaotic final months of World War II.

Lufthansa has taken a significant step in acknowledging its historical role during the Nazi regime by commissioning a study on its involvement and the use of forced labor.

The article draws parallels between the resistance of German women during the Nazi regime in 1943 and contemporary actions against immigrant detentions in America.

Lufthansa is reflecting on its role during the Nazi regime as it celebrates its centenary, marking a significant step for German companies in acknowledging their historical complicity.

Judith Hermann's new autobiographical essay explores her family's silence regarding her grandfather's involvement with the Nazi Party and the Waffen-SS, reflecting on themes of memory and history.

A new exhibition showcasing the realities of the Ukraine war has opened at the Berlin Story Bunker, aimed at raising awareness among the public.

Pro-Palestinian groups plan a protest at the Buchenwald death camp memorial in Germany, accusing its administration of spreading Israeli propaganda.

A collection of nearly 400 historical photographs depicting occupied Paris has been discovered, leading to the identification of the photographer who remained unknown for over 80 years.

The article discusses the discovery of nearly 400 photographs of occupied Paris, taken by an unknown photographer who paid for his bravery with his life, as investigated by Philippe Broussard.

On February 18, 1943, Hans and Sophie Scholl, students of the University of Munich, were arrested for distributing anti-Nazi leaflets and later executed.

Jérôme Stern has opened a new business in Frankfurt, honoring his family's legacy that was disrupted by the Nazis in the 19th century.

The Moscow Gulag Museum will be repurposed to focus on Nazi crimes during World War II, commemorating victims of genocides committed by both Nazi Germany and the Soviet regime.

German Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier voices opposition to potentially hosting the 2036 Olympic Games in Germany, reflecting on the historical implications of the 1936 Nazi Games.

The film list for week 8 highlights the German film 'Amrum' which addresses themes of guilt related to the Nazi era, alongside the Swedish dramedy 'Grannfejden'.

A gathering of women at the Dachau concentration camp memorial reflects on safety and remembrance related to Jewish identity and Nazi history.

A Belgian collector is set to meet with Greek experts to discuss the authenticity of photographs related to a Nazi execution during World War II in Kaisariani, Greece.

The AfD is attempting to expel party member Alexander Eichwald while grappling with whether to label him a Nazi or a leftist infiltrator, highlighting a significant moment in the party's internal democracy.

Heirs of a Jewish banker who fled Nazi Germany are claiming ownership of a valuable painting in a restitution process against a German museum.

The police in Dachau are seeking information regarding graffiti with far-right themes that appeared in the city, including Nazi symbols.

The International Olympic Committee removed a link to a T-shirt commemorating the 1936 Berlin Olympics from its online store.

An event in Germering will highlight the courageous roles women played in resisting the Nazi regime, amid a historical focus that often highlights male figures.

A researcher explores how a typical German medium-sized enterprise became complicit during the Nazi era, drawing from her family's history.

Michael Wolffsohn discusses Herbert von Karajan's controversial past during the Nazi era in his new book, examining the conductor's choices and legacy.

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the International Olympic Committee's sale of t-shirts commemorating past Olympic Games, including those from the 1936 Berlin Olympics.

The article discusses M. Rainer Lepsius's analyses of the cognitive dissonance in Germany during National Socialism and his sociological insights into the rise of the Nazi state.

Matthias Sindelar, captain of the Austrian national football team, made headlines during a politically charged match against Germany shortly after Austria's annexation by Nazi Germany, symbolizing both resistance and complicity.

The official merchandise store for the Olympics is selling t-shirts featuring a poster from the 1936 Berlin Olympics, igniting controversy due to its historical associations with Nazi propaganda.

The article discusses Jewish converts during the Nazi era, highlighting their unique and often tragic experiences.

The article discusses the historical experiences of converts to Judaism in Germany after 1933, highlighting the stories of notable figures like Paula Winkler and Nahida Remy.

The article explores the history of Ludolf von Alvensleben, a former SS officer who hid in post-war Germany under a false identity.

The IOC is successfully marketing T-shirts featuring the controversial 1936 Olympic Games in Nazi Germany, leading to significant sales despite historical implications.

A German politician criticizes the IOC for selling merchandise related to the 1936 Berlin Olympics, labeling it as Nazi propaganda.

Historian Michael Wolffsohn investigates Herbert von Karajan's membership in the NSDAP and its implications in a forthcoming book.

A service will be held at the Dachau memorial on February 22nd to commemorate Sophie Scholl, Hans Scholl, and Christoph Probst, who were executed by the Nazi regime in 1943 for their resistance efforts.

A memorial dedicated to the persecuted Jehovah's Witnesses during the Nazi regime will open in Berlin in late June, commemorating the suffering of nearly 14,000 individuals imprisoned and over 1,700 who lost their lives due to their faith.

In Germany and Switzerland, 11 properties were searched, and six individuals have been charged with trafficking Nazi collectibles and other extremist paraphernalia.

The article explores the 'Sickle Cut' plan developed by the Nazis during World War II, which led to the rapid defeat of Allied forces in 1940.

The article discusses the normalization of Nazi art in contemporary Germany, highlighting a gallery experience that raises questions about the acceptance of this art form.

A controversy has arisen in Ingolstadt over a fresco by Oskar Martin-Amorbach, a notable painter from the Nazi era, displayed in the local mortuary.

A lecture discussing the experiences and persecution of Jewish families in the Freising District during the Nazi era is scheduled to take place on February 12, presented by political scientist Guido Hoyer.

The article discusses a new book addressing the perceptions of Nazi victims regarding Germany's reparations and the historical context of these payments.

Two Polish doctors pretended there was an outbreak of typhus during World War II to save lives from the Nazis, showcasing how scientists can undermine authoritarian regimes.

An old prison in Braunschweig, Germany, known for its historical use during the Nazi era, is set to be transformed into residential space.

The article explores the life of Eva Braun, detailing her upbringing in Munich, her family background, and her eventual role as the companion of Adolf Hitler.

The podcast discusses a scandal involving the head of the Gestapo and the owner of the Faber-Castell castle during the Nuremberg Trials, shedding light on a hidden aspect of the Nazi regime's downfall.

The article examines how eugenics, often associated with Nazi Germany, originated and thrived in the United States, promoting discrimination and policies against immigrants, the poor, and disabled individuals under the guise of scientific legitimacy.

German airline Lufthansa is reassessing its past, acknowledging early mistakes related to its connections with the Nazi regime.

Executives from Swiss bank UBS faced uncomfortable questioning during a US Senate Judiciary Committee hearing regarding the acceptance of Nazi-linked accounts.

Lufthansa's CEO Spohr acknowledges the company's insufficient engagement with its Nazi past, prompting a scientific investigation to address this gap, noting that the current Lufthansa is not the legal successor to the original Deutsche Luft Hansa AG established in 1926, which dissolved with the Nazi regime in 1945.