Von König's War examines the extraordinary rise of Aldrich von König-one of Germany's most enigmatic and influential figures in modern history. Told through the meticulous chronicles of his friend and fellow officer Karl Müller, this volume explores von König's early years, characterized by intellectual brilliance, courage, and an unwavering sense of duty. After distinguishing himself through conspicuous valor during the Great War and earning the coveted Blue Max, von König emerged as a beacon of hope amidst the shattered aftermath.

In the turbulent years following the war, von König's intense opposition to communism-and specifically to Ernst Thälmann-deepened significantly through his clandestine command of a covert military operation in Russia, solidifying his determination to protect Germany from ideological threats. Yet, as Adolf Hitler ascended-his fervent nationalism and anti-communist stance echoing aspects of von König's own beliefs-Aldrich was faced with a profound moral dilemma: could collaboration with Hitler's increasingly radical methods ever be justified, even in the name of Germany's future?

Drawn from Müller's original writings and previously undiscovered historical documents, this first of three volumes chronicles von König's formative years, his ascension to prominence, and his relentless pursuit of a robust and sovereign Germany, free from the crippling restrictions of the Treaty of Versailles.