2) Opposition 3: Communists (Uhrig Group) Flashcards
1
Q
Who was the leader of the Uhrig Group?
A
Robert Uhrig.
2
Q
When did they operate and where?
A
During 1941 and 1942 in Berlin.
3
Q
How many active members were there?
A
About 100.
4
Q
What did they believe?
A
They believed that the Soviet Union, the only Communist state in Europe, must be defended from the Nazis at all costs.
5
Q
What did the Uhrig Group want to weaken?
A
The Uhrig Group wanted to weaken German public support for the war against the Soviet Union.
6
Q
What happened in February 1942?
A
In February 1942, Uhrig and over 200 supporters were arrested by the Gestapo and over 100 were executed.
