The Predatory Life of Hitler’s Minister of Propaganda
From exploiting actresses to murdering his own children, the life of Dr. Joseph Goebbels tells a chilling tale of Nazi evil.
Dr. Joseph Goebbels was a renowned member of Nazi Germany, taking the role of Adolph Hitler’s Minister of Propaganda and Popular Enlightenment. While he is best known for his contributions to the spread of Nazi ideology and regulation of the German media, his personal life was equally shocking.
In private, like many Hollywood movie moguls, Goebbels was a serial sex offender who abused his power to prey on women. Goebbels’ ‘casting couch’ was widely known during that era.
Understanding Goebbels’ private life gives more insight into the person behind the propaganda. It demonstrates how he not only deceived the public but also those closest to him. It helps to analyze the extent of his moral disregard and the consequences of his actions during the reign of the Nazis.
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