Walter Ulbricht Quotes

A collection of quotes by Walter Ulbricht.

Walter Ulbricht (1893-1973) was a German communist politician and the first leader of East Germany. Born in Leipzig, he joined the German Communist Party (KPD) in 1919 and later became a leading figure within the party. After World War II, Ulbricht played a pivotal role in establishing the German Democratic Republic (GDR) and became its General Secretary in 1950. He held power until 1971, overseeing the consolidation of the GDR's socialist regime and its integration into the Soviet bloc. Under Ulbricht's leadership, East Germany adopted strict political control and centralized planning. His influence continued even after his removal as leader until his death in 1973.

The plan shows that the twenty million people in the German

The plan shows that the twenty million people in the German democratic Republic and in the democratic sector of Berlin think only of peace, and that they are working for freedom and peaceful prosperity.

Walter Ulbricht

Peace

Let us show our fellow countrymen and the entire world what

Let us show our fellow countrymen and the entire world what the Germans can do when they work for peace.

Walter Ulbricht

Peace