Money Is The Motivation
Thyssen, a leading figure within the industrial world, at one point feared that the German industry would fall into the hands of foreign leaders due to the high cost of production and their need to seek large cfredit from external sources. Unless the conditions were improved and relief granted, Thyssen declared "one can count on a general cessation of work in all the industries." "Industry resources," he added, "are being strained beyond their strength. The Reich also is committing the error of trying to impose excessive taxes on commerce and industry. It is certain the consequences will be lamentable."