On this day in 1924, Adolf Hitler was released from Landsberg prison, having served 9 months of a 5 year sentence. During incarceration he wrote his manifesto, "Mein Kampf", with his dutiful scribe Rudolf Hess taking the future Fuhrer's dictation. Hitler even had time to consider the purchase of a new automobile while in prison: he wrote to a car dealer in Munich describing his dilemma as to whether to purchase a new Benz 11/40 or an older model 16/50 because he was concerned that higher rpms might cause the 11/40 to have engine problems. In the letter, Hitler requested a discount, pointing out that he had court costs to pay. "I can't get a new car every two or three years" wrote Hitler. "In any case, please reserve the gray car that you have in Munich until I have clarity about my fate".
Video provides more historical context of Hitler's time in prison, and subsequent release.
This is not intended to elevate or glorify Hitler: this is purely for historical interest/study.
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