Source A: The Ideal German Woman

"The Nazi government promoted the image of the perfect German woman as one who was obedient, nurturing, and patriotic. Womanhood was defined by their roles as mothers and homemakers, responsible for raising children who would serve the Nazi state. Propaganda posters often showed women in traditional dress, smiling and engaged in household chores, emphasizing their importance in maintaining the racial purity and strength of the nation. The regime encouraged women to focus solely on family life, discouraging them from careers outside the home. This portrayal aimed to reinforce the gender roles that supported Nazi ideals and policies." Provenance: Official Nazi propaganda brochure, 1935, government publication