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Infuriated by the mistreatment of Jews from Nazi soldiers, Hans Scholl made the decision to resist. This medical student of the University of Munich, along with his sister and fellow college students who recognized the evil of Hitler’s regime, created the White Rose society (U.S. Holocaust Museum). Beginning in the year of 1942, members of the group began producing and distributing leaflets filled with Hans’ words of defiance against what he called the “irresponsible clique” (Hans Scholl, Leaflet 1) that had gained control of Germany. To many Germans, the mere thought of resistance was seen as quixotic as any action of a German citizen was carefully monitored by the government; however, all involved in this movement knew the risks …show more content…
In total, six leaflets were written by the White Rose which contained logical and influential arguments to expose the true intentions of the Nazi regime ("Nazis Arrest White Rose Resistance Leaders." History.com.). Although a core purpose of these leaflets was to inspire college level scholars in Germany who, with their higher levels of education, could possibly understand and react to the wrongdoings that had occurred, the everyday citizen was called upon to take a proactive response and not succumb to the dormancy of a bystander (Leaflets). White Rose propaganda had such a powerful effect on the reader mainly because of Hans Scholl, the primary author, and the rationale that his arguments portrayed. They made very understandable points as to why what was being done by the Nazi party was …show more content…
Scholl writes a thank you message to the Fuehrer in a leaflet that details the irony that Hitler, an ex-soldier, has displayed both battle tactics that have resulted in heavy casualties, and a complete disregard for any of his soldiers’ lives. With factual evidence and corroboration backing them, these leaflets revealed the flaws, shortcomings, and errors within the actions and principles of the Nazi party (Soumerai, Eve Nussbaum., and Carol D. Schulz. "Pages 220-222."). The White Rose movement was significant because it provides a rare example of resistance during the Holocaust and exhibits the proactive response that, if taken by all, could have halted Hitler and his radical obsession for power. By calling out the bystander within everyday German life, this nonviolent protest group pushed action against those who had torn apart their beloved nation (Jewish Virtual Library). As an effect of being a leading force of resistance against the German autocracy that originated within Germany, the Gestapo, Hitler's secret police, focused many of their efforts upon the White Rose. Although the group had successfully evaded the clutches of the police for many months, key members of the group were
Infuriated by the mistreatment of Jews from Nazi soldiers, Hans Scholl made the decision to resist. This medical student of the University of Munich, along with his sister and fellow college students who recognized the evil of Hitler’s regime, created the White Rose society (U.S. Holocaust Museum). Beginning in the year of 1942, members of the group began producing and distributing leaflets filled with Hans’ words of defiance against what he called the “irresponsible clique” (Hans Scholl, Leaflet 1) that had gained control of Germany. To many Germans, the mere thought of resistance was seen as quixotic as any action of a German citizen was carefully monitored by the government; however, all involved in this movement knew the risks …show more content…
In total, six leaflets were written by the White Rose which contained logical and influential arguments to expose the true intentions of the Nazi regime ("Nazis Arrest White Rose Resistance Leaders." History.com.). Although a core purpose of these leaflets was to inspire college level scholars in Germany who, with their higher levels of education, could possibly understand and react to the wrongdoings that had occurred, the everyday citizen was called upon to take a proactive response and not succumb to the dormancy of a bystander (Leaflets). White Rose propaganda had such a powerful effect on the reader mainly because of Hans Scholl, the primary author, and the rationale that his arguments portrayed. They made very understandable points as to why what was being done by the Nazi party was …show more content…
Scholl writes a thank you message to the Fuehrer in a leaflet that details the irony that Hitler, an ex-soldier, has displayed both battle tactics that have resulted in heavy casualties, and a complete disregard for any of his soldiers’ lives. With factual evidence and corroboration backing them, these leaflets revealed the flaws, shortcomings, and errors within the actions and principles of the Nazi party (Soumerai, Eve Nussbaum., and Carol D. Schulz. "Pages 220-222."). The White Rose movement was significant because it provides a rare example of resistance during the Holocaust and exhibits the proactive response that, if taken by all, could have halted Hitler and his radical obsession for power. By calling out the bystander within everyday German life, this nonviolent protest group pushed action against those who had torn apart their beloved nation (Jewish Virtual Library). As an effect of being a leading force of resistance against the German autocracy that originated within Germany, the Gestapo, Hitler's secret police, focused many of their efforts upon the White Rose. Although the group had successfully evaded the clutches of the police for many months, key members of the group were