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Amidst the political and economic turmoil of Germany in the 1920s, a vibrant clash of artistic movements unfolded. Modernism challenged traditional artistic conventions, embracing foreign ideas and revolutionizing various art forms. The emergence of the Weissenhof Estate in Stuttgart epitomized this bold architectural shift, with avant-garde architects creating innovative yet affordable housing. However, this burgeoning Modernist landscape instilled fear among traditionalists, who viewed such changes as inherently foreign and potentially destructive to the German identity. By exploiting these fears, the Nazis positioned themselves as the guardians of a pure German culture.