Movies detailing Stuttgart's war experiences (14 in total)
Stuttgart's WWII Chronicles Unveiled: An Unseen Perspective on Nazi-era Life
Get a front-row seat to history with our latest project, "Stuttgart during World War II." This groundbreaking endeavor, brought to you by our newspaper and Stuttgart City Archives, reveals the nitty-gritty of life in Stuttgart during the war - from hidden crimes and propaganda to heartwarming human stories.
In the Thick of It: A Journey Back in Time
As the 80th anniversary of WWII's end passes, Germany finds itself embroiled in another battle: rearmament debate. But what about the tales from Stuttgart, a city seldom evoked in these discussions? With time swiftly running out for the witnesses, we stepped up to fill the gap.
The Archive's Trove: Rare Footage and Untold Tales
In our joint project with the Stuttgart City Archives, we dig up unearthed footage that's evaded the public eye for years, carefully scrutinized and commented on by city archive historians. With over 50 texts and 14 captivating films, we present a mini-documentary on Stuttgart during the war and Nazi propaganda.
Navigating the Collection: Your Doorway to the Past
Logged-in subscribers can access this treasure trove on our dedicated topic page. From Stuttgart's daily life portrayed by Nazi propaganda to unseen images of hatred and deception, over an hour of footage awaits you.
Delving Deeper: episode recaps
- The Marienplatz: Bunkers and Veggie PatchDiscover the story behind the Marienplatz's transformation from a bustling plaza to a bomb shelter and vegetable field.
- Deportations at Killesberg: Chilling Images UnveiledWitness the harrowing images from the December 1941 deportation of hundreds of Jews from Killesberg.
- The "Jewish Shop" in Seestrasse: Reality vs Propaganda Explore the lies propagated by Nazis about Stuttgart's Jewish shop in Seestrasse through rare footage and expert insights from city archive historians.
- Stuttgart Bunkers: A Closer Look at War's RealityStep inside Stuttgart's bunkers and tunnels, offering a stark reminder of the harshness of WWII.
- Stuttgart Loses Bells: The Emotional Removal on Camera Follow the emotional removal of almost 100 bells from Stuttgart's iconic landmarks during the war, and learn which bells still chimed today.
- Stuttgart's Old Town: The Ghost City of WarTake a virtual tour of Stuttgart's long-gone places, witnessing the peculiarities of war through the eyes of wounded soldiers.
- Buying a Loaf of Bread: The Overwhelming Bureaucracy See the grotesque bureaucracy that governed the population's most basic needs - food rationing and endless queues.
- Clothing Rationing: Dressing Up in Shoe HalvesGet an inside look at the hardships associated with dressing up during wartime – from shoe rationing to strict clothing regulations.
- Stuttgart in Ruins: Devastation in Images Experience Stuttgart's bombed-out landscape through previously unknown footage, showcasing the destruction of air raids in 1944.
- Marriages Amidst Conflict: The Iron Cross MarriageUncover the unromantic realities of love and marriage during wartime, with couples exchanging vows in brutal conditions.
- Prisoners of War in Gaisburg: History We Forgot Delve into the lives of prisoners of war from France and the Soviet Union, used for building bunkers and other work in Stuttgart.
- Chilling Tales from the "Children's Special Department"Discover the horrors committed in the name of children's welfare during WWII at Stuttgart's "Children's Special Department."
- Stuttgart's Bears: Their Final JourneyFollow Stuttgart's three starving brown bears as they embark on their last journey, marking the end of zoo plans for Killesberg Park.
In the Heart of History: Beyond the Screen
If our project has kindled your curiosity, we warmly welcome your emails at [email protected], sharing your stories and thoughts about this fascinating period in Stuttgart's history.
Don't miss out on the remaining footage from the city archive's War Film Chronicle collection, consisting of more than 50 silent films stored in their reading room. For further access and assistance, reach out to the Stuttgart City Archive directly via their website or by visiting in person.
Broader Perspectives: Delving into War-and-conflicts, Politics, and General-news
In our latest project, "Stuttgart during World War II," we delve deeper into various aspects, including hidden war-and-conflicts stories, the role of politics, and general news surrounding this historic period.
Unearthing Historical Gems: From Propaganda to Human Stories
By joining forces with the Stuttgart City Archives, we uncover rare footage and untold tales that take us beyond the nitty-gritty of life in Stuttgart during the war, shedding light on both propaganda and heartwarming human stories.
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