A new online search tool developed by Die Zeit allows individuals to check if their relatives were members of the Nazi Party, attracting millions of users shortly after its launch. The initiative aims to promote open discussions about the past and combat the silence surrounding family histories linked to the Nazi regime. The database compiles historical records from various archives in Germany and the United States, tracing back to the Nazi Party's rise after World War I. Between 1925 and the end of World War II, approximately 10.2 million Germans joined the party, with membership peaking at about 9 million. Despite efforts to destroy membership records during the war, many were preserved and are now accessible. Christian Staas, head of Die Zeit’s history department, noted a growing interest in family history, facilitated by this online resource. Users have expressed a range of emotions upon discovering their family connections to the Nazi Party, highlighting the personal impact of this historical exploration. Experts like Christine Schmidt from the Wiener Holocaust Library emphasize the tool's potential to enhance understanding of the Holocaust and counter misinformation about the past.