Anti-German sentiment

Anti-German sentiment refers to prejudice and hostility toward Germans and their culture, often arising during historical conflicts, particularly during World War I and World War II. This sentiment escalated due to wartime propaganda, portraying Germans as enemies. In the United States and other allied nations, this led to social discrimination, the renaming of German-named places, and harassment of German Americans. The sentiment often stemmed from nationalism, fear, and a desire to unify against a common enemy. Although it has diminished since the wars, remnants of this sentiment can still surface during times of geopolitical tension.