Carl Friedrich Goerdeler
Economist and politician; resistance leader
Born
July 31st, 1884
140 years ago
Died
February 2nd, 1945
80 years ago — 60 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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An economist and politician, dedicated efforts to oppose the Nazi regime. Served as the mayor of Leipzig from 1930 to 1937. Involved in various plots to overthrow Adolf Hitler, notably the July 20 plot in 1944. Following the assassination attempt on Hitler, was captured and executed.
Served as the mayor of Leipzig from 1930 to 1937
Participated in the July 20 plot to assassinate Hitler
Wrote a plan for post-war Germany
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