Hedwig Heyl was a complex figure in German history. Here's a summary of her:
Activism and Social Work: Heyl was a businesswoman and author who actively participated in social causes [2]. She founded social institutions and was involved in social welfare efforts [3].
Women's Rights: Heyl was involved in the conservative women's rights movement in Germany [3].
Colonialism: However, Heyl also held racist views and played a role in selecting women to be sent to German colonies for the purpose of marrying colonists [4]. She viewed this as a way to strengthen the colonies through marriage.
Political Views: Her political views evolved over time. She was a member of the German People's Party (DVP) during the Weimar Republic but expressed enthusiasm for Adolf Hitler in 1933 [3].
