Summary 8 - Nazi policies towards young people - The League of German Girls (BDM) Flashcards

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What was the slogan for the League of German Girls?

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The slogan for the League of German Girls was ‘be faithful, be pure, be German.’

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What was the purpose of The League of German Girls?

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The purpose of the League of German Girls was to prepare German girls for their future role as housewives and mothers in the Volkgemeinshaft.

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When was membership to the League of German Girls made compulsory?

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1939

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What did the League of German Girls teach girls?

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Girls were taught to be fit and healthy (for future child bearing), and were instructed in hygiene, home skills (sewing etc) and cleanliness.

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How did the Nazis use the League of German Girls to increase support for the regime and belief in Nazi ideologies?

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  • Girls were politically indoctrinated
  • Girls were taught racial awareness
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After 1934, how were girls expected to serve the community?

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After 1934, girls were expected to serve the community and do a year’s work on the land or in domestic service.

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What was the purpose of ensuring that girls served the community by doing a years work on the land or in domestic service?

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The purpose of this was to put girls in touch with their peasant roots and ensure that they gained practical experience of child care.

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Give two reasons why the League of German Girls was popular amongst many girls?

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  • Many girls enjoyed the comradeship
  • Many girls were pleased that they were able to escape home
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Which aspect of the League of German Girls was unpopular with girls in the cities?

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The year’s work was unpopular with girls in the cities and many tried to avoid it.

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When was the years work scheme made compulsory for women under the age of 25?

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1939

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