Nazi Looting

Nazi looting refers to the systematic theft of art, valuables, and cultural artifacts by the Nazi regime during World War II. To finance their war effort and assert dominance, they confiscated possessions from Jewish families, occupied countries, and institutions. Many artworks, jewelry, and historical items were stolen, often illegally, with some later recovered or still missing. Post-war efforts aimed to return these items to their rightful owners, but numerous pieces remain lost or unresolved, highlighting the violent exploitation and cultural damage caused by this organized theft.