Gerhard A. Ritter
March 29, 1929 – June 20, 2015
Gerhard Ritter was a German historian renowned for his profound analyses of German history. His work centered on understanding the pivotal moments and figures that shaped German identity and politics. Ritter explored the tension between authority and freedom within the German tradition. His approach was characterized by an emphasis on the moral dimensions of history and how past events inform the present. He remains a significant figure in historical scholarship for his insightful engagement with the complexities of Germany's past.