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Despite not being an active conspirator in the 20 July plot, what did Günther von Kluge do in its aftermath?

  • Fled Germany

  • Became an active resistor

  • Commit suicide

  • Was executed

Answer

Despite not being an active conspirator in the 20 July plot, Günther von Kluge committed suicide in the aftermath. He had been forced to resign as commander of the Western Front after the failed assassination attempt against Adolf Hitler. The following day, he was found dead in his office, having shot himself.
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