Hitler's Anthem

Once Hitler rose to power in 1933, the song became a mandatory part of German public life.

Under the German Criminal Code (Strafgesetzbuch section 86a), the public performance of the song, the use of its melody for political purposes, or the distribution of its lyrics is a criminal offense punishable by fines or imprisonment. It is categorized alongside the swastika as a "symbol of unconstitutional organizations." Historical Significance hitler's anthem

The song opens with "Die Fahne hoch!" (The flag high!), referencing the SA’s paramilitary uniforms. Once Hitler rose to power in 1933, the

The song's lyrics have been criticized for their nationalistic and chauvinistic undertones. The most contentious stanza, the first one, goes: The song's lyrics have been criticized for their

$$ Deutschland, Deutschland über alles, Über alles in der Welt, Wenn es stets zu Schutz und Trutze Brüderlich zusammenhält. Von der Maas bis an die Memel, Von der Eider bis an den Belt, Deutschland, Deutschland über alles, Über alles in der Welt!