Who was the main figure who turned Wessel into a martyr?
Adolf Hitler
Hermann Göring
Joseph Goebbels
Heinrich Himmler
Answer
Joseph Goebbels, the Nazi propaganda minister, played a pivotal role in transforming Horst Wessel into a martyr. He skillfully exploited Wessel's death in a clash with communists to craft a compelling narrative of sacrifice and heroism. Through his propaganda machine, Goebbels portrayed Wessel as a symbol of the struggle against political opponents and glorified his life and death to rally support for the Nazi cause.
Unveiling Horst Wessel: A Quiz on the Controversial Nazi Martyr
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