The Hitler Book: The Secret Dossier Prepared For Stalin

Henrik Eberle & Matthias Uhl

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On breaking open the Berlin Bunker on 2 May 1945, Soviet troops captured two of Adolf Hitler's closest associates: his personal valet, Heinz Linge, and his SS adjutant, Otto Guensche. The two men had just disposed of the bodies of Hitler and Eva Braun. On Stalin's orders they were questioned for two years, to produce this astonishing fly-on-the wall account of all they saw in Hitler's headquarters, where they had worked since 1933. It has been held in top-level Russian archives since 1949.

The book contains remarkable insight into Hitler's daily life before and during the Second World War. Chilling, revealing and compellingly readable, it is one of the most authentic sources of information in existence on the history of the Third Reich, unique in the circumstances of its compilation and its closeness in time to the events described.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Soviet Intelligence Gathering: The book reveals the extent of Soviet intelligence efforts during World War II, specifically their interest in gathering detailed information about Adolf Hitler.

  2. Personal Details about Hitler: The secret dossier contains information about Hitler's personal life, including his family background, relationships, health, and daily routines.

  3. Military and Political Analysis: In addition to personal details, the dossier includes military and political analyses of Hitler's decision-making, strategies, and leadership style.

  4. Stalin's Interest: The authors explore Stalin's motivation for obtaining such detailed information about Hitler, shedding light on the Soviet leader's strategic thinking and concerns about the Nazi leader.

  5. Soviet-Nazi Relations: The book provides insights into the complex relationship between the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany during the early stages of World War II.

  6. Impact on Soviet Decision-Making: The information in the dossier likely influenced Soviet decision-making and military strategy, offering a unique perspective on how intelligence was used during the war.

  7. Accuracy of the Dossier: The authors discuss the accuracy of the information contained in the secret dossier, considering both its reliable and speculative aspects.

  8. Post-War Implications: The book explores the post-war implications of the information gathered in the dossier, including its potential impact on Soviet policies towards Germany.

  9. Historical Context: The authors place the secret dossier within the broader historical context of World War II, highlighting its significance in understanding the dynamics between the Allied and Axis powers.

  10. Legacy of Intelligence Gathering: The book examines the legacy of intelligence gathering during the war and its impact on subsequent historical interpretations of Hitler's life and actions.

Language English
ISBN-10 1586484567
ISBN-13 9780719554995
No of pages 400
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Book Publisher John Murray Publishers
Published Date 01 Jan 2006

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