The declaration is a formal statement issued on December 11, 1941, after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. It asserts that Germany and Italy are at war with the United States due to its entry into World War II. Germany claims it has been forced to take action against the US due to its perceived threat to European security and its support of the Allies. The declaration also cites the Lend-Lease Act, which allowed the US to supply military aid to countries fighting against the Axis powers. The document is a formal notification of Germany's intention to continue fighting the US, rather than an attempt to justify or explain its actions. It serves as a warning to the US that it will face continued aggression and hostility from Germany and Italy.
By Adolf Hitler · First published 1938 · Genre: Political Speech, Historical Commentary, Propaganda · 2 chapters