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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria

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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: View of the Untersberg from Haus Wachenfeld.<br />
While framed in the doorway leading to the balcony on the first floor, Hitler looks out across the valley towards Austria. In the background stands the Untersberg.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: A little one’s visit on Obersalzberg.<br />
By engaging this endearing child in this attentive way, Hitler projects the image of a caring and approachable leader; a man truly in touch with his people, even with children. Nazi innovation involving the production of these seductive vote-winning images has not been wasted on today’s politicians; similarly, they too fully appreciate the appeal and importance of being seen and photographed in the company of such delightful subjects. This particular child, Bernile Nienau, and her relationship with Hitler will be discussed later.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: View from the terrace of Haus Wachenfeld towards Berchtesgaden. The patience of the Party faithful waiting on the road below Haus Wachenfeld is rewarded as the Führer appears on the terrace. Such scenes were quite commonplace through the early years of Hitler’s Chancellorship. The small house visible on the left by the roadside is Haus Salzburgblick. This property stood close to where the last SS guardhouse that controlled access to the inner security zone would be built in late 1936 early 1937 (see image 129). Unfortunately such close proximity to the Führer’s property meant Martin Bormann ordered Haus Salzburgblick be demolished following the introduction of these increased security measures on the Obersalzberg.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: ‘Adolf Hitler Hill’ on the Obersalzberg, (1,000 metres above sea level).<br />
Two young women, having reached a point on the Obersalzberg then known as ‘Adolf Hitler Hill’, give the unmistakable Nazi salute while posing for the camera. A strategically placed flag acts like a magnet attracting people to the spot that was located close to the home of Hermann Göring. In addition to the flag, the location had a stone marker with two plaques attached. The inscription on the larger plaque read, ‘Reichskanzler Adolf-Hitler-Höhe 21 März 1933’, this referred to the first opening of the Reichstag under Hitler’s Chancellorship. The smaller plaque had a quotation by Bavarian poet and novelist Ludwig Ganghofer; ‘Wer Gött lieb hat, lässt er fallen, in’s Berchtesgad’ner Land’ (He whom God loves, He drops into Berchtesgadener Land).<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: Our Führer, the great friend of animals.<br />
In feeding these small deer Hitler portrays the gentle image of a man in tune with nature. On Hitler’s instructions, the landscape and all wildlife contained within the area of the Obersalzberg were to be preserved. Furthermore, he stated that all construction on the mountain should be unobtrusive in an attempt to maintain a degree of harmony with the natural surroundings.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: View from Haus Wachenfeld towards the Untersberg.<br />
Hitler, posing near the house, gazes thoughtfully across the valley in the direction of his birthplace, Austria. On a clear day the city of Salzburg in Austria was visible from Haus Wachenfeld. This may have been another reason for Hitler’s love of the Obersalzberg. In the background we see part of the Untersberg massif. Standing at 1,972 metres (6,470 feet) the Untersberg straddles the German/Austrian border.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: The resting Führer with his faithful guard.<br />
Hitler, the ordinary man enjoying life’s simple pleasures rests with his faithful companion, his German Shepherd, ‘Blonda’. While this image might conjure such interpretation, the fact remains that Hitler had great affection for his dogs and always enjoyed walking on the Obersalzberg. However, these photographs were carefully staged to deliberately present the Führer as a man who enjoyed the great outdoors; a visionary far removed from the banalities of everyday life<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
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Photo shows: This early image sees a rather uncomfortable looking Hitler attempting to relax while on the Obersalzberg. Capable however of making any unwanted visitors feel even more uncomfortable, is his unnerving, ever- watchful companion, his black German Shepherd, ‘Muck’.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: The Führer on Obersalzberg.<br />
Hitler, in sitting alone on the perimeter wall of the terrace in this way succeeds in communicating the idea of the somewhat solitary, pensive figure; it is he, and he alone who must bear the weight of leadership.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: Haus Wachenfeld Berchtesgaden – Obersalzberg.<br />
This postcard dating from the early 1930s presents the house as it would have appeared to Hitler at the time he purchased the property in 1933. As yet there is no evidence of any renovation work having taken place; the area to the left of the house remains untouched while trees still grow close around the building.<br />
A promotional postmark on the reverse reads; Skimeisterschaft der Deutschen 8-12 Februar 1934, Berchtesgaden, Bayerische Alpen. (The German Skiing Championships to be held in Berchtesgaden from 8 -12 February 1934).<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
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Photo shows: The Hitler House, Obersalzberg near Berchtesgaden.<br />
Haus Wachenfeld photographed in its original state, peaceful, traditional and possessing great rustic charm; as yet no work has begun. The original path leading to the house can be seen in the foreground. Later, and as the property underwent major renovation, this small footpath would be replaced with a drive giving access to the mountain road on the opposite side of the house. The building glimpsed in the background, upper right, is almost certainly the Unterwurflehen built in 1900. This became home to SS-Sturmbannführer (Major) Spahn, Obersalzberg administration officer.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: Residence of<br />
Adolf Hitler on the Obersalzberg near Berchtesgaden.<br />
Haus Wachenfeld photographed from a point just below Hotel zum Türken looking towards the Reiteralpe. The modest pathway leading from the road to the house passes a small enclosed vegetable garden seen in the foreground on the right<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
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Photo shows: The house of the Führer.<br />
April 1933 and the renovation of Haus Wachenfeld gets underway. What would become the conservatory (also called the Winter Garden) is visible at an early stage of construction on the left to the front of the house. The whole scene is that of a building site; as such it is surprising this image was ever released, presenting the Führer’s residence in a state of disorder.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
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Photo shows: Hitler’s favourite place to stay in Berchtesgaden.<br />
It is unusual to see Haus Wachenfeld presented from this particular angle. This photograph was taken in the early 1930s. On the extreme left and below Haus Wachenfeld we see part of the Freidinglehen, the farm of Hitler’s neighbour, Josef Rasp. Karl Schuster, the owner of Hotel zum Türken was Hitler’s closest neighbour; next to Schuster in terms of proximity to Haus Wachenfeld, was the home of Josef Rasp. Martin Bormann, following his decision not to allow private individuals to live inside the Führer’s closed-off area, forced Rasp off his farm. Following compulsory purchase in mid 1936 Freidinglehen was demolished soon after. It was the view across the valley towards Austria that never failed to inspire Hitler, continually drawing him back to this magical landscape; this region, having once cast its spell, will not let you go.<br />
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Photo shows: Hitler Youth in front of the Führer’s house on the Obersalzberg.<br />
Flag-bearing Hitler Youth congregate on the road near Haus Wachenfeld as an SS man makes his way through the group towards the photographer. Looking at the house itself it is obvious that further alterations are underway; the grassed slope below the conservatory has been removed to accommodate the newly constructed garage, while a temporary workmen’s hut on the right has building materials stacked behind it. This image also shows the new drive on this side of the property. The introduction of the new drive provided vehicular access to Haus Wachenfeld making the original small footpath seen in postcard number 62 virtually redundant thereafter.<br />
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Photo shows:Chancellor Adolf Hitler in Berchtesgaden.<br />
Bearing a postmark of 29.12.33, this image sees Hitler in the company of a small group standing before Haus Wachenfeld. The scene appears non-contrived, informal and relaxed. Apparently surprised, the man on the right draws attention to the presence of the photographer. The man second from the left is Julius Schreck, Hitler’s chauffeur and bodyguard. At the time of his death on 16 May 1936, Schreck held the rank of Brigadeführer (Brigadier) in the SS. Schreck, who was buried in Munich, was given a state funeral attended by most of the Nazi hierarchy. Adolf Hitler delivered the eulogy.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: The Führer in Berchtesgaden.<br />
While accompanied by Hitler Youth Leader, Baldur von Schirach (standing behind Hitler) and Hermann Göring, head of the Luftwaffe (extreme right), the Führer engages his adoring public on the road close to Haus Wachenfeld. In the background we glimpse part of Hotel zum Türken<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
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Photo shows: View from Alpine Hotel zum Türken to Adolf Hitler’s country house Wachenfeld and Reiteralpe Mountains (Obersalzberg 1,000m).<br />
This pleasant and relaxed scene shows guests enjoying the view from the hotel terrace towards Haus Wachenfeld. This image gives a good indication of how near Hotel zum Türken actually was to the Führer’s residence. The terrace provided an excellent viewing platform constantly used by those hoping to catch a glimpse of Hitler when he was on the Obersalzberg.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
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Photo shows: Reich Chancellor Adolf Hitler (standing right) on the terrace of his country house Wachenfeld entertaining a little girl from Berchtesgaden (Obersalzberg 1,000m).<br />
Here the conservatory and garage mentioned in caption 69 are observed at close quarters. Tradesmen are working on the property and building materials lie scattered all around. Hitler, in the company of an unidentified man in uniform and a local child, surveys the scene from the terrace above; to the left of this group yet another man captures the moment on film.<br />
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Photo shows: High above the clouds! Reich Chancellor Adolf Hitler’s country house ‘Wachenfeld’ on Obersalzberg (1000m) towards the Reiteralpe.<br />
This postcard reveals yet another stage in the development of Haus Wachenfeld. In this instance it is the small single-storey extension on the left, partially obscured by bushes and the woodpile in front of it. The presence of building material lying on the roof of this latest addition indicates that work is ongoing.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
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Photo shows: A little one’s visit on Obersalzberg.<br />
Possessing all the elements of an unexpected photo opportunity, the little girl chosen to be photographed with the Führer appears somewhat bewildered; Hitler on the other hand fully realized the appeal of such images. Politicians do not change! The man standing in the background is Erich Kempka (16.9.1910-24.1.75). Kempka joined the Nazi Party in April 1930. He held the rank of Obersturmbannführer (Lieutenant- Colonel) in the SS. Kempka was Hitler’s personal chauffeur from 1934 until April 1945. He was captured by US troops in Berchtesgaden on 20 June 1945.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
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Photo shows: dolf Hitler’s dwelling house on Obersalzberg near Berchtesgaden.<br />
Reverse reads: The high Berchtesgaden health resort Obersalzberg. Peaceful and picturesque Haus Wachenfeld as viewed from the main terrace of Hotel zum Türken.<br />
The Obersalzberg and surrounding area had long been considered a health resort due to the purity of the mountain air, particularly for those with breathing ailments or in need of recuperation.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
rare images from Hitlers hide out in Austria, these images where produced by theNazis to try and show what a nice chap he was!<br />
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Photo shows: Adolf Hitler’s country house Wachenfeld seen from Alpine Hotel Türken.<br />
Here we view Haus Wachenfeld and the outstretched valley below from the now extended terrace at Hotel zum Türken; again this image clearly demonstrates the close proximity of the two properties. In the end Hitler became irritated by the constant public attention he received from the hotel terrace due to its position. This led to ill feeling between the Führer and the Schuster family who owned the hotel, culminating in the property being confiscated in 1933.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
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Photo shows:Haus Wachenfeld. In expectation of the Führer.<br />
Hundreds of people line the road leading down from Hotel zum Türken towards Haus Wachenfeld in expectation of seeing their Führer. In this particular instance the public have been permitted to make their way halfway up the drive leading to the house. This previously un-encountered and unusual practice makes this a rare image.<br />
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Hitler's Alpine Headquarters<br />
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Photo shows: Obersalzberg (1,000m) towards Berchtesgaden and Adolf Hitler’s country house Wachenfeld.<br />
The Obersalzberg as viewed from a point close to the home of Dr Seitz, (later Bormann’s house). In the foreground stands Hotel zum Türken, beyond that Haus Wachenfeld, while Berchtesgaden itself sits peacefully in the valley below. In the foreground on the extreme left is the Marienhäusl, demolished after 1933 to provide part of the site for the kindergarten; above that again on the left is the Bodner farm, also later demolished.<br />
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