German Press Photo – Goebbels at the “Tagung der Reichspropagandisten,” Berlin, 23 November 1938

Original press photograph showing Dr. Joseph Goebbels during an official inspection or ceremonial review of SA and SS troops, taken during the conference of Reich propagandists (Tagung der Reichspropagandisten) in Berlin on 23 November 1938. Goebbels is seen saluting as he passes a formation of uniformed soldiers standing at attention, accompanied by senior officers and aides.

The verso bears typed and handwritten annotations identifying the event and date, as well as official stamps from the “Deutscher Verlag Bilder-Zentrale”, the central photographic press service of the Nazi state.

Historical Context:
The photograph dates to just weeks after the Kristallnacht pogrom (9–10 November 1938), a period during which Goebbels, as Reich Minister of Propaganda, intensified his control over German media and public messaging. Events such as this propaganda conference were organized to coordinate ideological instruction among regional propaganda leaders and maintain regime unity in the wake of international condemnation of Nazi policies.

Collector’s Note:
This is an authentic Third Reich press photograph issued through official channels, complete with period stamps and handwritten description. Its excellent clarity and provenance from the Deutscher Verlag agency make it a valuable example of early National Socialist propaganda documentation. Such photos were distributed in limited quantities to state-controlled newspapers and magazines for publication.

Condition: Very good; light handling wear and minor creasing.
Size: Approx. 18 × 13 cm.
Verso Markings: “Deutscher Verlag Bilder-Zentrale” press stamps, handwritten event note “Dr. Goebbels vor der Ehrendienstigung bei der Tagung der Reichspropagandisten, 23.11.38.”