Gerhard Alois Westrick | |
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Born | 27 April 1889 Münster, German Empire |
Died | 10 June 1957 (aged 68) West Germany |
Nationality | German |
Occupation(s) | Lawyer, businessman |
Known for | Representing U.S. companies in Germany in World War II |
Gerhard Alois Westrick (27 April 1889 – 10 June 1957) was a German lawyer and businessman who represented several major American companies in Germany before World War II. He was known for his efforts during a trip to New York in 1940 to gain support for the Nazi government. Later he turned against the regime.