How did children perceive their parents’ views on Nazi ideologies?

Children in Nazi Germany often perceived their parents' views on Nazi ideologies as complex and, at times, difficult to grasp. Many children found themselves in a situation where propaganda heavily influenced their young minds, shaping their understanding of society and the world around them. While parents might have had reservations or complaints about the regime and its policies, these feelings were often not fully communicated or understood by children.

The generational gap between the adults who lived through significant historical changes and the younger generation, who were indoctrinated through state-controlled education and youth organizations, contributed to this sense of distance. As a result, children frequently struggled to reconcile their parents’ discontent with the glorified ideals they were taught in schools and through propaganda. This dynamic created confusion and a lack of clarity regarding familial beliefs versus those of the state, leading to a sense of detachment from parental views on the regime.