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Joachim Fest

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German historian (1926-2006)

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Joachim Clemens Fest was a German historian, journalist, critic and editor who was best known for his writings and public commentary on Nazi Germany, including a biography of Adolf Hitler and books about Albert Speer and German resistance to Nazism.

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2003Einhard-Preis
2002Hanns Martin Schleyer Prize
1999Wilhelm Leuschner Medal
1996Friedrich-Schiedel-Literaturpreis
1996Ludwig-Börne-Preis
1987Goethe Plaque of the City of Frankfurt
1973Thomas Dehler Prize
Theodor Wolff award
Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany

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Joachim Clemens Fest was a German historian, journalist, critic and editor who was best known for his writings and public commentary on Nazi Germany, including a biography of Adolf Hitler and books about Albert Speer and German resistance to Nazism. He was a leading figure in the debate among German historians about the Nazi era.

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Germany
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Writers
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deceased
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Lived 1926 to 2006 · aged 79
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25 languages

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