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04-05-2010, 04:21 PM,

Jason Petho Offline

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RE: New Unit Questions

(04-05-2010, 10:30 AM)K K Rossokolski Wrote: My question is are they appropriate in the German Army..the Heere?
or the SS, for that matter? Does anyone know of officers specifically posted to German elements, units or formations for political indoctrination purposes.

From the Unittext:

Formed during December 1943 the High Command instituted a new appointment within front-line units – the National Socialist Leadership Officer (NSFO). Hitler tasked these leaders with maintaining the morale and defensive steadfastness of the troops despite the increasingly unfavourable conditions.

Carefully selected from battle-experienced and decorated veterans known for their fanatical commitment to the Nazi cause, the NSFOs soon became the primary instrument of political indoctrination in the German Army during the last 18 months of the war.

Hope that helps

Jason Petho