Fabian Von Schlabrendorff

One of the few survivors of the German Resistance, von Schlabrendorff traces his anti-Nazi activity from his student days in the 1920s, through Hitler's rise to power, to the war and his involvement in the July 20, 1944, plot. He vividly recalls the double life of the Resistance leaders during World War II, the futile secret meetings of the conspirators, and their efforts to enlist the aid of weak and vacillating German generals.

""They Almost Killed Hitler"" is a gripping historical account of the failed assassination attempt on Adolf Hitler by a group of German officers during World War II. The book is based on the personal account of Fabian von Schlabrendorff, one of the officers involved in the plot. The author, Gero von Gaevernitz, provides a detailed and vivid retelling of the events leading up to the assassination attempt, including the planning and execution of the operation. Readers will gain insight into the motivations and beliefs of the conspirators, as well as the political and social climate of Nazi Germany during this time. The book also delves into the aftermath of the failed attempt, including the brutal reprisals carried out by the Nazi regime against those involved in the plot. Von Schlabrendorff himself narrowly escaped execution, and his firsthand account of his experiences provides a unique and poignant perspective on this pivotal moment in history. Overall, ""They Almost Killed Hitler"" is a fascinating and well-researched account of one of the most daring and consequential acts of resistance against the Nazi regime. It is a must-read for anyone interested in World War II history, the resistance movements of the era, or the complex political and social dynamics of Nazi Germany. This is a new release of the original 1947 edition. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

One of the few survivors of the German Resistance, von Schlabrendorff traces his anti-Nazi activity from his student days in the 1920s, through Hitler's rise to power, to the war and his involvement in the July 20, 1944, plot. He vividly recalls the double life of the Resistance leaders during World War II, the futile secret meetings of the conspirators, and their efforts to enlist the aid of weak and vacillating German generals.