The Nazis forced all of of their beliefs and ideas on the activities that the youth participated in. Even though many of these activities were fun, underlying them was Nazi ideology. For example, many of their activities included difficult tasks - such as jumping from dangerous heights - in order to prepare the boys for their life as soldiers. Music was also used as both propaganda and for forcing ideology on the youth. They would focus on instruments such as the drums and the trumpet to prepare the boys for the marching during war. They would also focus on group performances, which would force the boys to work together and to prevent individuality. The boys were also taught to be very strong and competitive. Youth members were encouraged to
