Von König's War: One Man, One Vision

By Karl Müller and Thomas Butler Anderson

Von K nig's War examines the extraordinary rise of Aldrich von K nig-one of Germany's most enigmatic and influential figures in modern history. Told through the meticulous chronicles of his friend and fellow officer Karl M ller, this volume explores von K nig's early years, characterized by intellectual brilliance, courage, and an unwavering sense of duty. After distinguishing himself through conspicuous valor during the Great War and earning the coveted Blue Max, von K nig emerged as a beacon of hope amidst the shattered aftermath.

In the turbulent years following the war, von K nig's intense opposition to communism-and specifically to Ernst Th lmann-deepened significantly through his clandestine command of a covert military operation in Russia, solidifying his determination to protect Germany from ideological threats. Yet, as Adolf Hitler ascended-his fervent nationalism and anti-communist stance echoing aspects of von K nig's own beliefs-Aldrich was faced with a profound moral dilemma: could collaboration with Hitler's increasingly radical methods ever be justified, even in the name of Germany's future?

Drawn from M ller's original writings and previously undiscovered historical documents, this first of three volumes chronicles von K nig's formative years, his ascension to prominence, and his relentless pursuit of a robust and sovereign Germany, free from the crippling restrictions of the Treaty of Versailles.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1038335116
• ISBN13: 9781038335111
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: FriesenPress
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"