The web content discusses the Nazi book burning ceremonies in 1933 and the origins of “German” physics as a nationalistic alternative to theoretical physics. It delves into the atrocities committed by German soldiers in Louvain during World War I, specifically the destruction of the historic library. It highlights the controversial ‘Manifest der 93’ signed by prominent German intellectuals in support of Germany during the war, and the subsequent backlash from other intellectuals. The text also explores the actions of German physicist Wilhelm Wien who aimed to eliminate English influence on German physics. The content offers insights into the intersection of science, politics, and war during that time.
https://www.privatdozent.co/p/the-battle-line-at-louvain-1914