Internal Directives and Organizational Plans of the SD and Gestapo ( (1935–1938) (Irving File 3A)

his is a historical compilation of original internal directives, plans, meeting notes, organizational charts, orders, and administrative correspondence from the SD (Sicherheitsdienst) and Gestapo (Geheime Staatspolizei) between 1935 and 1938, during Nazi rule in Germany.

It forms part of what is often called the “Irving Files”, used in historical research into the functioning of Nazi Germany’s repressive apparatus.

It is 750+ pages long, entirely in German, consisting of:

• Typewritten internal memos & official letters.

• Organizational charts (Geschäftsverteilungspläne).

• Conference & meeting schedules (Tagungspläne).

• Detailed internal departmental duties & reporting structures.

• Directives on surveillance & classification of political “opponents.”

• Notes on coordination with local & regional police (Stapo).

⚠️ Disclaimer

Historical Content Warning:

This document is a primary historical source originating from the Nazi regime in Germany (1933–1945). It contains explicit references to the internal policies, ideological enforcement, and administrative practices of the Sicherheitsdienst (SD) and Geheime Staatspolizei (Gestapo) — both instrumental arms of the SS and the totalitarian control system under Adolf Hitler.

The materials within may include:

• Language and terminology reflective of Nazi ideology, including antisemitic, racist, and totalitarian doctrines.
• Policies targeting religious groups, ethnic minorities, political dissidents, and others viewed as “enemies of the state.”
• Content associated with surveillance, repression, and systematic persecution.

This content is presented solely for scholarly, research, and educational purposes. The presence of these documents in this archive does not indicate endorsement of their views or policies. Researchers are urged to approach the material with critical awareness and sensitivity to its historical context and impact.

Access to this material should be guided by the principles of:

• Ethical responsibility in handling records related to human rights abuses.
• A commitment to truth and historical memory.
• Rejection of all forms of hate, totalitarianism, and discrimination.

 Condition Note:

• Legibility: The majority of the pages are clearly legible, though some include typewritten text with light fading or duplicated script, particularly around margins and footers.

• Completeness: The file includes a continuous sequence of typed and signed internal memos, conference plans, and organizational charts, suggesting it is largely intact and complete.

• Annotations: Several pages contain handwritten annotations and signatures, such as those by Heydrich and other officials, enhancing authenticity but occasionally introducing overlapping marks on text.

• Page Quality: Some pages exhibit light smudging, likely due to ink transfer or carbon copy duplication techniques typical of the 1930s. Marginal wear is minimal, and most pages have clean edges.

• Images and Visuals: Where images (e.g. pages 1, 2, 4, etc.) are included, they reflect manual typewriter output, stamped symbols, and some hand markings. No diagrams or photos are present.

• Overall Condition: Despite minor archival wear, the document remains a valuable and readable historical record of Nazi administrative operations.