What was the cause of Canaris’ execution?
Escaping from jail
High treason
Spying for Allies
Assassination attempt on Hitler
Answer
Canaris was executed for high treason. The Nazis accused him of plotting to overthrow the regime. However, it is believed that he was actually executed because he was a threat to Hitler. Hitler knew that Canaris was a powerful and influential figure, and he feared that Canaris would eventually turn against him.
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