IMPORTANT MESSAGE:

This website is an historical examination of the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff - and events related to this disaster.

This website is NOT political, and does not support in any way those who would use it to further any cause promoting hate, violence, intolerance, and/or racism of ANY type.

Any Nazi visuals or symbols included are not intended to offend or glorify, but to provide historical accuracy and context.  Furthermore, this domain name (wilhelmgustloff.com) has been chosen simply because it was the name of a ship involved in what remains today as the greatest single maritime tragedy in history.

Anyone wishing to reference, contribute to or benefit from the content in this resource is asked to respect these principles.

Finally, let us not forget the innocent victims of this tragedy - especially the estimated 4,000 children alone who perished that fateful night.  For that matter, let us not forget all good souls who suffered during the terrible reality of the most deadly war in history: World War II.