Die moralische Offensive

About the book: Prince Max of Baden was the last Chancellor of the German Empire in October and November 1918. His efforts for the fair treatment of prisoners of war had already earned him international reputation before his term and made him appear worthy of the office. During his time as Chancellor, von Baden was particularly noted for his commitment to peaceful conditions; he transmitted Germany's request for an armistice and ended the U-boat war to convince the Allies of the sincerity of Germany's peace efforts. However, von Baden is also a subject of considerable controversy. His lack of criticism towards racist and anti-Semitic attitudes remains a topic of research on Baden and prompts intense engagement with this elusive personality. The present treatise, written by Baden in 1921, offers an intriguing insight into his contemporary views on the political situation in and around Germany and the urgency for change during the difficult period between the wars.