The National Socialistic upbringing in the League of German Girls uses paramilitary like disciplinary measures to build their loyalty and moral character. Coupled with neo-pagan rituals, songs, and folklore, Through Innocent Eyes captures the self-actualization of ten-year-old Gertrude as she progresses from childhood and living in poverty to adolescence and becoming “one” with her country. By age fourteen, Gertrude is chosen for Country Service Camp, called “Landjahr.” Here, she will receive the very best rural education, for the Reich only wants the healthiest and strongest girls. In 1941, there are one- thousand girls in Landjahr, and Gertrude Kerschner is one of them.
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