Statistics and the German State, 1900-1945

Focusing on the period between 1900 and 1945, the book examines the evolution of statistical innovation within the contexts of the Weimar Republic and the Third Reich. It explores how statistical methods and practices were developed and utilized during these tumultuous times, highlighting their implications for governance, society, and the shaping of public policy. The analysis provides insights into the intersection of statistics with political and ideological agendas in early 20th-century Germany.