Schuschnigg

[ shoosh-nik ]

noun

1. Kurt von [kurt von, koo, r, t f, uh, n], (1897–1977), Austrian statesman in the U.S.: Chancellor of Austria 1934–38.

Example Sentences

It had special facilities for politically prominent prisoners, including the former Austrian Chancellor Kurt von Schuschnigg, who opposed Nazi Germany’s annexation of Austria, anti-Nazi pastor Martin Niemoeller, and Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin’s eldest son, who died there in 1943.

From Seattle Times

When Schuschnigg asked what it was that Hitler wanted, he was handed a typed "agreement" and told that no changes would be allowed.

From Time Magazine Archive

When Schuschnigg balked, Hitler shouted, "Fulfill my demands within three days, or I will order the march into Austria!"

From Time Magazine Archive

Schuschnigg surrendered and returned home.

From Time Magazine Archive

Now he insisted that Schuschnigg resign and be replaced by Nazi leader Arthur Seyss-Inquart.

From Time Magazine Archive