Gustav Gilbert

psychiatrist

Gustav Gilbert was an American psychologist and Army officer who gained notoriety for his role as a psychologist at the Nuremberg Trials. He conducted extensive psychological evaluations of Nazi leaders, including Hermann Göring, and his observations contributed to the understanding of the psychological dimensions of evil and the nature of totalitarianism. His work has been influential in the fields of psychology and history, especially in discussions surrounding the moral implications of human behavior during extreme circumstances.