Image: A customer in German art shop chooses a portrait of Hitler for a special Christmas gift. It was common for German family to have a portrait of the Führer prominently displayed in the home. His stern expression served as a constant and emotional reminder of where their loyalties must go. (used by arrangement with Süddeutscher Verlag Bilderdienst, Munich)

Music: excerpt from The Horst Wessel Song (1927), a popular song of the Nazi era which became the "official" Nazi anthem (performance credit: unknown) --Load time: ~16 sec.

"For the last time the call will now be blown; For the struggle now we all stand ready. Soon will fly Hitler-flags over every street; Slavery will last only a short time longer."