Historical Events tagged with "keitel"

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Military & Warfare

Germany Signs Unconditional Surrender Terms

May 7th, 1945 79 years ago

Generalfeldmarschall Wilhelm Keitel signed the unconditional surrender terms of Nazi Germany at the Allied headquarters in Reims, France, marking the end of Germany's involvement in World War II. This momentous agreement was finalized in the early hours, set to take effect the following day. The signing brought closure to six years of conflict and indicated a major shift in the geopolitical landscape of Europe, leading to the disbandment of German armed forces across various fronts.

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Military & Warfare

Wilhelm Keitel Signs 'Aufbau Ost' Directive

August 8th, 1940 84 years ago

The 'Aufbau Ost' directive was signed by Wilhelm Keitel, emphasizing the Nazi regime's focus on the east. This directive was essentially a blueprint for the economic exploitation of occupied Eastern territories following their anticipated conquest. It aimed at establishing a new order in these areas, particularly in agriculture and industry, to benefit the German war effort. The signing symbolized a significant shift in Nazi policy towards the East, prioritizing resource extraction and domination.

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