 In the wake of the German victory over Poland in September 1939, Wilhelm's adjutant, , wrote on his behalf to Hitler, stating that the House of Hohenzollern "remained loyal" and noted that nine Prussian Princes (one son and eight grandchildren) were stationed at the front, concluding "because of the special circumstances that require residence in a neutral foreign country, His Majesty must personally decline to make the aforementioned comment.The Emperor has therefore charged me with making a communication.