During this time, Harnack had a political discussion with the accused Huber, during which Huber championed federalist ideas and Harnack – at least from the accused Huber’s point of view – championed Communist ideas. Continue reading
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Gisela Schertling re political discussion
The conversation that followed was completely about politics and economics. On that occasion, Harnack was the chief spokesman. He mainly talked about general economic-political issues and particularly about questions of labor. He talked about the nationalization of industry. He thought that would create a correct social balance for the worker. Continue reading
Schmorell political views (sixth leaflet)
If in this context it is said that the revision of the last leaflet draft demonstrates my Communist leanings and my fanatical opposition to National Socialism, I must defend myself against such accusations with all my being because in reality, I am a firm opponent of Bolshevism. Continue reading
Second meeting with Falk Harnack (Schmorell)
Once we were all together in Scholl’s residence, the first things we discussed were general political topics. That was followed by an exchange of ideas between Prof. Huber and Dr. Harnack. Continue reading
Bischoff’s view of Leaflet V
After several additional meetings and political debates, Huber declared his agreement with the publication of leaflets. However, their distribution was to be limited to Southern Germany, because it alone was accessible for thoughts of an established, freedom-oriented form of government. Continue reading
Grimminger explains motivations for first trip
I would like to point out once again that I barely knew [Hans] Scholl, and in contrast, I did not know Schmorell at all. It is therefore understandable that I did not give their statements the same weight as they themselves did. In addition, the discussion lasted such a short time that it was impossible for Scholl to make comments in enough detail so that I would know precisely what they were planning. Continue reading
White Rose History: January 1933 - October 1943 