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German President Honours Guernica Bombing Victims

Germany's President Frank-Walter Steinmeier becomes first German head of state to visit Guernica, honouring victims of 1937 Nazi bombing atrocity. Read his powerful message of remembrance.

Hitler's pianist escaped Nazis for Scottish life

Walter Hamböck performed for Hitler before escaping a concentration camp to become a beloved church organist in Scotland. His remarkable story emerges from rediscovered diaries.

German Holocaust Artefacts Auction Cancelled

A controversial auction of Holocaust artefacts in Germany has been scrapped following complaints from survivors. Read how the 'System of Terror' sale was stopped.

Himmler's grandson breaks silence on Nazi crimes

In a remarkable act of historical reckoning, the grandson of SS leader Heinrich Himmler speaks out against his ancestor's atrocities and Nazi ideology in a powerful documentary interview.

German dentists memorialise Nazi-era brutality

German dental association unveils groundbreaking memorial acknowledging profession's complicity in Nazi sadistic practices and human experimentation during Third Reich era.

Alzheimer's Patients Return to Nazi-Era Horrors

Groundbreaking research reveals dementia patients in Germany are mentally returning to traumatic Holocaust experiences, presenting unprecedented challenges for caregivers and medical professionals.

The Rise and Fall of the Baader-Meinhof Gang

A compelling exploration of the Red Army Faction's turbulent history, from idealistic beginnings to violent extremism, and the lasting impact of their radical campaign against the West German state.

Scottish church organist was Hitler's personal pianist

The extraordinary double life of a quiet Scottish church organist has been revealed as that of Hitler's former personal pianist, exposing a dark chapter of history hidden in rural Scotland for decades.

Nelson's Trafalgar watches to sell for £1.2 million

Extraordinary timepieces belonging to Admiral Lord Nelson's trusted lieutenants during the Battle of Trafalgar, including one worn as Nelson lay dying, are expected to sell for over £1.2 million at auction.

Nazi bunker converted to home fails to sell

A chilling piece of wartime history on Guernsey, originally constructed as a Nazi communications bunker using forced labour, has failed to find a buyer despite being converted into a unique three-bedroom property with a £1.7 million price tag.

Nazi bunker transformed into luxury Hamburg hotel

Discover how a former Nazi communications bunker in Hamburg has been miraculously transformed into a luxurious four-star hotel, blending dark history with contemporary design and sustainable tourism.

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