Nazi Princesses - The Fates of Top Nazis' Wives & Mistresses
TLDRThis video script explores the lives of women closely associated with Nazi Germany's leaders, including Hitler's sister-in-law Gretel Fegelein and Himmler's daughter Gudrun Burwitz. It delves into their luxurious lifestyles, the downfall of their spouses, and their fates post-WWII. From Gretel's tragic end to Gudrun's staunch neo-Nazi support, the narrative captures the complex legacies of these women and their families amidst the atrocities of the Nazi regime.
Takeaways
- 😀 The wives and mistresses of Nazi Germany's leaders lived luxurious lives at the expense of the state and often had significant influence and power.
- 🏰 Gretel Brown, Eva Braun's sister, married Hitler's SS liaison Hermann Fegelein. Their wedding took place just days before D-Day landings.
- 💔 After Hitler's suicide, Gretel gave birth to a girl named Ava, and later suffered from Alzheimer's disease, passing away in 1987.
- 👨👩👧 Heinrich Himmler had a complex family life, with a wife Margreta and a mistress Hedwig Potthast, both of whom remained loyal to him until the end.
- 👧 Himmler's daughter Gudrun became a prominent neo-Nazi supporter, while his mistress's children led more private lives.
- 👨👩👧👦 Martin Bormann, despite promoting Nazi family values, was unfaithful to his wife Gerda, who was a fanatical anti-Semite and supported his affairs.
- 💣 Bormann's wife and children survived the war, with some of his children living into their 90s.
- 👑 Emmy Göring, wife of Luftwaffe chief Hermann Göring, was known as the 'First Lady of the Reich' and enjoyed a lavish lifestyle.
- 💔 After the war, Emmy Göring was convicted as a Nazi and suffered property confiscation, while her daughter Edda became an unrepentant defender of her father's memory.
- 👩⚖️ Joachim von Ribbentrop's wife Anna was a strong-willed woman who pushed him into joining the Nazi Party, and their children lived long lives, some becoming decorated war heroes.
Q & A
Who was Gretel Brown and what was her relationship to Hitler?
-Gretel Brown was the sister of Eva Braun and thus became Hitler's sister-in-law after he married Eva Braun the day before their deaths. She was an important member of Hitler's inner circle and had married SS liaison Gruppenfuhrer Hermann Fegelein.
What significant event took place three days before D-Day in the life of Gretel Brown?
-Gretel Brown's wedding to Hermann Fegelein took place three days before the D-Day landings in Normandy.
What was the fate of Hermann Fegelein, Gretel Brown's husband?
-Hermann Fegelein deserted the bunker during the final stages of the Battle of Berlin and was apprehended by Hitler's bodyguards. He was condemned to death by Hitler and was shot in the Reich Chancellery garden on April 29, 1945.
How did Gretel Brown's daughter, Ava Fegelein, die?
-Ava Fegelein committed suicide in June 1971 at the age of 26 following the death of her fiance in a car crash.
What was the relationship between Heinrich Himmler and his family, particularly his daughter Gudrun?
-Heinrich Himmler had a daughter named Gudrun from his marriage to Margreta. Gudrun became a staunch defender of her father and was involved with neo-Nazi activities. She was also involved with organizations that provided aid to former Nazi and SS officers.
What was the name of Martin Bormann's wife and how did their marriage affect their family life?
-Martin Bormann's wife was Gerda Buch. Their marriage was strained due to Bormann's infidelity and his public humiliation of Gerda. Despite this, Gerda supported the idea of 'parallel marriages' and tolerated his affairs.
Who was Joachim von Ribbentrop and what happened to him after the war?
-Joachim von Ribbentrop was the Foreign Minister of Nazi Germany. After the war, he was arrested, tried at Nuremberg, and subsequently hanged for his crimes.
What was the role of Emmy Goring, wife of Hermann Goring, in Nazi Germany?
-Emmy Goring was described as the 'first lady of the Reich' and was an elegant hostess who enjoyed her husband's lavish lifestyle. She was also known for her friction with Hitler's girlfriend, Eva Braun.
How did Hermann Goring attempt to succeed Hitler before his death?
-A few days before Hitler's death, Hermann Goring attempted to succeed him as leader, believing that Hitler, trapped in his bunker, was no longer able to exercise control of the Reich. However, Hitler ordered his arrest for committing treason.
What was the fate of Hermann Goring after the Nuremberg Trials?
-Hermann Goring was a star defendant at the Nuremberg Trials and committed suicide with a concealed cyanide capsule the night before his scheduled execution on October 15, 1946.
What happened to Edda Goring, Hermann Goring's daughter, after the war?
-Edda Goring completed her schooling, worked as a law clerk and in a hospital laboratory, and cared for her mother until Emmy's death in 1973. She never married and became an unrepentant defender of her father's memory, passing away in 2018.
Outlines
👑 Lives of Nazi Leaders' Wives and Mistresses
This paragraph delves into the lives of women who were closely associated with Nazi Germany's leadership, including their luxurious lifestyles, influence, and the dramatic changes they faced with the fall of the Nazi regime in May 1945. It particularly focuses on Gretel Brown, Hitler's sister-in-law, who married SS officer Hermann Fegelein. The narrative covers their wedding, the subsequent desertion and execution of Fegelein, and Gretel's life after the war, including the birth of her daughter, the loss of her letters and mementos, and her eventual death in 1987.
🏰 Heinrich Himmler's Family Affairs and Legacy
This section explores the complex family life of Heinrich Himmler, including his marriage to Margreta, their daughter Gudrun, and his extramarital relationship with Hedwig Potthast, with whom he had two children. It discusses Himmler's hypocrisy regarding family values, the fates of his family members post-war, Gudrun's transformation into a neo-Nazi supporter, and the eventual outcomes for all, including Margreta's legal battles and Gudrun's death in 2018.
👨👩👧👦 Martin Bormann's Family and Post-War Mysteries
The paragraph examines Martin Bormann's family, with ten children born between 1930 and 1943, and his unfaithful behavior towards his wife Gerda. It describes Bormann's support for the idea of 'parallel marriages' and his disappearance in 1945. Gerda's arrest, illness, and death are also covered, alongside the fates of their children, some of whom are still alive today, and the intriguing post-war life of Bormann's eldest son, who became a priest.
🤝 Joachim von Ribbentrop's Family and Downfall
This part of the script focuses on Joachim von Ribbentrop, his wife Anna, and their five children. It details Ribbentrop's fall from grace, his eventual arrest, and execution, as well as Anna's efforts to maintain their wealth and defend her husband's actions. The paragraph also touches on the lives of their children, including the eldest son's military service and the longevity of the Ribbentrop family.
🛡️ Hermann Göring's Lavish Life and War Crimes Trial
The final paragraph discusses the life of Hermann Göring, his wife Emmy, and their daughter Edda. It highlights Göring's fall from Hitler's favor, his arrest, and the family's internment. The narrative includes details about the Nuremberg Trials, Göring's suicide, and the subsequent legal and personal struggles of Emmy and Edda. It concludes with Edda's life as a defender of her father's legacy and her death in 2018.
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Keywords
💡Nazi Germany
💡Hitler's Inner Circle
💡Allies
💡Gretel Feigerline
💡Himmler
💡Bormann
💡Ribbentrop
💡Göring
💡Denazification
💡Nuremberg Trials
Highlights
The wives and mistresses of Nazi Germany's leaders lived luxurious lives at the state's expense and wielded significant influence behind the scenes.
Gretel Brown, Hitler's sister-in-law, married SS liaison Gruppenfuhrer Hermann Feige and had a daughter named Ava after her sister, Eva Braun.
Gretel Brown's valuable collection, including letters between Hitler and Eva Braun, was discovered by a U.S. counterintelligence agent post-war.
Heinrich Himmler had a secret mistress, Hedwig Potthast, with whom he had two children, despite being married and promoting Nazi family values.
Himmler's daughter, Gudrun, became a staunch defender of her father and a prominent neo-Nazi supporter in West Germany.
Martin Bormann, despite advocating for Nazi family values, was unfaithful and had a mistress, Manya Barons, with no children.
Bormann's wife, Gerda, and their ten children were often filmed with Hitler, showcasing the ideal Nazi family.
Joachim von Ribbentrop's wife, Anneliese, was a strong influence on his political career and pushed him to join the Nazi Party.
Hermann Goring's wife, Emmy, was known as the 'first lady of the Reich' and enjoyed a lavish lifestyle.
Goring's daughter, Edda, was treated like a princess and was spoiled with extravagant gifts, including a 50-meter long replica of Frederick the Great's palace.
Goring remained faithful to his wife, unlike other Nazi leaders who had mistresses.
Goring attempted to succeed Hitler as leader before being arrested and later committing suicide with a cyanide capsule during the Nuremberg trials.
Emmy Goring was convicted as part of denazification, sentenced to prison, and had a portion of her property confiscated.
Edda Goring, Hermann's daughter, became an unrepentant defender of her father's memory and died in 2018.
The story spans over 75 years, providing a detailed account of the lives of the Nazi leaders' families from the defeat of Nazi Germany to the present day.
Many of the children of Hitler's inner circle are still alive today, reflecting the long-term impact and legacy of their parents' actions.
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