Leaders & Politicians · 21st Century
Hermann Goering’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Hermann Goering, Unknown
Who Was Hermann Goering?
Hermann Wilhelm Göring was a German politician, aviator, military commander, and convicted war criminal. He was one of the most powerful figures in the Nazi Party, which controlled Germany from 1933 to 1945. He also served as Oberbefehlshaber der Luftwaffe, a position he held until the final days of the regime.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Hermann Goering's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Hermann Göring died October 15, 1946, by suicide via cyanide. No documented last words; he left written notes but no oral final statement recorded.
Sources
- archive Nuremberg trial documents
- biography Leonard Mosley, The Reich Marshal
Legacy
Hermann Goering's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Hermann Goering’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Hermann Goering die?
Hermann Goering died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Hermann Goering’s last words documented?
Hermann Göring died October 15, 1946, by suicide via cyanide. No documented last words; he left written notes but no oral final statement recorded.
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