Alfred Meyer 1891 – 1945

Biography

Alfred Meyer was born on October 5, 1891, in Göttingen, Germany, during a time of significant change in European history. Over the course of his life, he would become a prominent figure in German political circles, eventually holding positions of considerable influence and responsibility.

Meyer’s career in politics led him to serve as a Member of the Reichstag (MdR) and as a Member of a State Legislature (MdL), roles that reflected his standing within the political establishment of his era. His ascent culminated in his appointment as State Secretary, a position that placed him among the senior administrative officials of the German state during the 1940s.

In 1942, Meyer participated in the Wannsee Conference, a pivotal and consequential gathering that would become one of the most significant historical events of the twentieth century. This participation marked him as a central figure in the political machinery of his time.

Alfred Meyer’s life came to an end on April 11, 1945, in Hessisch Oldendorf, as the Second World War drew to its conclusion in Europe. He left behind a complex historical legacy that remains a subject of study and reflection for those seeking to understand this turbulent period in human history.