2/2/2023 0 Comments Zeitschrift freude und arbeit![]() ![]() Attached to the inside of the back cover is a fold-out map that is intended to impress with the reach of the KdF and all those who have participated in KdF travels. The photo on the cover is inside the book on a full page. ![]() Since this book was published in 1938, it must have been taken before the Ley was delivered, but just after the funnel was installed (late 1938). ![]() The photo of the funnel on the dustjacket cover (missing) is that of Gustloff "sister" ship, the Robert Ley. Numerous photos of the Gustloff appear throughout the book. The book is structured to cover each of the fundamental areas of the KdF (and make comparison's to supposed "dismal" life before the Nazi's came to power). ![]() The intention was clearly to draw attention to the KdF logo. "Sonnenrad" - a synonym for "Swastika" has its roots in the Norse meaning for sun. Unter dem Sonnenrad was a propaganda book intended to glorify the history and benefits of the Nazi organization repsonsible for creating the Wilhelm Gustloff - "Kraft durch Freude" (Strength through Joy). Buch: Unter Dem Sonnenrad or "Under the Sun" ![]()
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