
297: The Nazis: Hitler's Triumph (Part 3)
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The Allure of Nazism: Wessel's Story
This chapter explores the life of Horst Wessel, a young Nazi party member whose tragic story exemplifies the lure of extremist ideologies in post-World War I Germany. It examines the socioeconomic factors that drew young men into the Nazi movement, highlighting themes of identity, camaraderie, and the impact of the Great Depression.
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