Joseph Goebbels

Nazi politician and Minister of Propaganda

Joseph Goebbels - Nazi politician and Minister of Propaganda
Born

October 29th, 1897
128 years ago

Died

May 1st, 1945
80 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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Served as the Minister of Propaganda in Nazi Germany from 1933 until the end of World War II. Played a crucial role in shaping and disseminating propaganda that supported the regime's ideology and policies. Ultimately, held the position of Chancellor of Germany for a brief period following Hitler's death. Committed suicide in May 1945 as Allied forces closed in on Berlin.

Oversaw extensive propaganda campaigns

Promoted anti-Semitic policies

Maintained control over German media

Delivered impactful speeches to the Nazi party

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