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The Disillusioned Monarchy: Wilhelm's Expectations and the Rise of Fascism
This chapter examines the historical backdrop of Germany's transition to a nation-state in 1871 and Wilhelm's abdication in 1918. It contrasts the rise of the Nazis with Wilhelm's hopes for restoration, emphasizing the distinctions between fascism and monarchy in the context of defending capitalism.