Hitlers Volksstaat

In this book, Götz Aly argues that the Nazi regime financed World War II partly by plundering resources from occupied territories and its own allies, which helped in redistributing wealth and buying social acquiescence among the German population.

Aly details how Jewish property was confiscated and used to support the war effort, contributing significantly to the Reich's income.

He also discusses the social policies implemented by the Nazis, such as strengthening social security provisions, doubling holiday entitlement for workers, and enrolling retirees in national health insurance.

The book has generated significant controversy among historians, with some criticizing Aly's methodology and interpretation of the Nazi regime's actions.