Summary 7 - The Sicherheitsdienst (SD) – an offshoot of the SS Flashcards
1
Q
When was the SD founded and what was their role originally?
A
The were founded in 1931
- They were initially the internal security service of the party
2
Q
What was the role of the SD once the Nazis were in power?
A
The SD gathered intelligence and monitored public opinion, they also reported opponents.
3
Q
How many SD officers were there in 1939?
A
50,000
4
Q
What is the difference between the SD and the Gestapo?
A
The Gestapo was a state organisation whereas the SD were a party organisation.
SD officers were party members and not professional police officers.
