
Were Nazis Drug-Fueled Crankheads?
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The Highs and Lows of Nazi Drug Use
This chapter analyzes Norman Oler's 'Blitzed', which reveals the extensive drug use among Nazis and its profound historical impacts. It discusses the physiological effects of stimulants like 'crank' on soldiers, linking their usage to military strategies and societal changes amid the Weimar Republic. Additionally, the chapter examines the Nazis' manipulation of public perception regarding drug use, while they continued to benefit from it during their regime.
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