Jess Kimber 11/09/07
How effectively did the Nazis control Germany between 1933-1945?
- Briefly describe the Nazi Police State [4]
The Nazi Police (Gestapo) was led by Reinhard Heydrich who was ruthless in dealing with opposition and people were very frightened of being reported to the police. In Germany, the Nazi Police were allowed to arrest anyone who they believed was about to do wrong. Once arrested, they were sent to the nearest police cell. Those in custody were told to sign Form D-11; this was an "Order for Protective Custody". By signing this, you agreed to go to prison. Once a D-11 was signed, you were sent to a concentration camp. How long you stayed here depended on the authorities. The most common types of people that were arrested by the police were communists, homosexuals, Jews and trade Unions.