Opposition - Youth and Students

Where did opposition from the Youth come from?

Those who did not enjoy the activities of the Hitler Youth or resented the loss of freedom.

What youth groups often behaved in anti-Nazi ways?

Swing Youth, Edelweiss Pirates, Roving Dudes and Navajos.

e.g. played dance and jazz music.

What did these youth groups dislike?

The military emphasis of the Hitler Youth.

What was the impact of opposition from the youth?

Some did attack military targets and assassinate Gestapo officers, but these activities were limited.

What was White Rose?

A student group in Munich.

What did White Rose do?

Issued pamphlets condemning the values of the Nazi regime.

What impact did opposition from students have?

Minimal - leaders of White Rose were arrested and tortured.

What did many of the Youth want?

Just to listen to music, and disliked military emphasis of Hitler Youth.