Robert Scholl
German politician and accountant
Born
April 13th, 1891
134 years ago
Died
October 25th, 1973
51 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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An accountant and local politician in Germany, Scholl was active in the political landscape during the rise of the Nazi regime. He served as a member of the local council in Ulm and was a prominent figure in the resistance against totalitarianism. Scholl emphasized the importance of civic engagement and moral courage, particularly in times of political crisis. He was the father of Hans and Sophie Scholl, who became famous members of the White Rose resistance group. His opposition to the Nazi regime resulted in significant personal sacrifice.
Advocated against Nazi ideology
Father of resistance figures Hans and Sophie Scholl
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