4. The significance of Speer’s work as Minister for Armaments and War Production to the overall German war effort

Question 1

how did Speer significantly contribute to his national history with his role as Armament’s Minister?

Answer 1

as he re-structured the entire War industry

Question 2

what did Central Planning Board organise?

Answer 2

all of the Armaments to work to improve efficiency and output.

Question 3

e.g. of central planning board organisation?

Answer 3

♣ Ended competition for resources between Air force, Navy and Army.
♣ Improved the sharing of technology amongst them.

Question 4

what had he achieved within six months of being appointed armaments minister?

Answer 4

27% increase in gun production, 97% increase in ammunition production and a 25% increase in tank production, and continued to increase production and efficiency levels up until 1944.

Question 5

Historiography: why does Sereny suggest that he may have extended the war by 2 years?

Answer 5

Speer bolstered Germany’s defence and effectively initiated his efficiency skills