German Labour Front

Question 1

What was the DAF?

Answer 1

The Deutsche Arbeitsfront (German Labour Front) was the Nazi organisation that replaced all trade unions after they were banned in May 1933.

Question 2

Who was the leader of the German Labour Front?

Answer 2

Robert Ley, a loyal Nazi and key figure in enforcing Nazi control over the workforce.

Question 3

What was the main purpose of the DAF?

Answer 3

To control workers, promote Nazi ideology in the workplace, and prevent strikes or demands for better pay/conditions.

Question 4

How did the DAF maintain control over workers?

Answer 4

Banned strikes and collective bargaining.
Enforced strict discipline and loyalty to Hitler.
Workers couldn’t leave jobs without permission.
Set wage levels.

Question 5

What was “Strength Through Joy” (KdF)?

Answer 5

A DAF program offering leisure activities, cheap holidays, concerts, and the promise of a Volkswagen to reward and motivate workers.

Question 6

What was “Beauty of Labour” (SdA)?

Answer 6

A DAF initiative to improve workplace conditions (e.g. better lighting, hygiene) to increase productivity and worker satisfaction.

Question 7

Did workers benefit economically under the DAF?

Answer 7

No significant improvement — wages were often frozen or reduced, and work hours increased. Workers lost rights and representation.

Question 8

How did the DAF help Nazi political control?

Answer 8

It eliminated independent labour movements, reduced dissent, and ensured the workforce served Nazi economic and ideological goals.