For many years Speer was an eyewitness and direct participant in the events that took place behind the scenes of the Nazi state. Since September 1930, he is the head of military construction, and since February 1942 - the Imperial Minister of Arms. Hitler appreciated his abilities, and for nine years Speer was among the close associates who enjoyed the special confidence of the Fuhrer. Sentenced to twenty years in prison in Spandau, the famous architect tried to comprehend what happened during this time with him and his homeland.