Title: Albert Speer Schnapps Cup by Kyser
Title: Albert Speer Schnapps Cup by Kyser
Description: This meticulously crafted silver Schnapps cup is purportedly associated with Albert Speer, one of the most prominent figures of the Nazi era. Embellished with intricate raised grapes and leaves, the cup offers a glimpse into the detailed craftsmanship of its time. The initials "A.S." grace its face, potentially connecting it to Speer, while the reverse side carries the marking "KO."
Product Details:
- Material: Silver
- Height: 4.5 inches
- Decorative Features: Raised grapes and leaves
- Inscriptions: "A.S." on the face, "KO" on the reverse side
- Silver Maker: Kyser
History of Albert Speer:
Albert Speer (1905-1981) was a German architect and politician who became Adolf Hitler's chief architect and later the Reich Minister of Armaments and War Production during World War II. As one of Hitler's closest confidants, Speer was deeply involved in the Nazi party's operations and was integral in the Third Reich's war efforts, especially concerning the use of forced labor.
Post-war, during the Nuremberg Trials, Speer was tried for war crimes and crimes against humanity. Unlike other top Nazi officials who claimed ignorance, Speer accepted moral responsibility for the actions of the regime, though he denied actual knowledge of the Holocaust. He was sentenced to 20 years in prison and was released in 1966.
Following his release, Speer penned two bestselling autobiographical works detailing his time with Hitler and his reflections on his role and actions during the Nazi era.