History Daily Wernher von Braun’s Secret Defection
Jun 20, 2024
Nazi rocket scientist Wernher von Braun's secret defection to the US in 1945. The podcast explores his transition from developing V-2 rockets to space exploration, his controversial legacy, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding his past.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Devastating V-2 Rocket Attacks and Wernher von Braun's Defection
01:51 • 3min
The Early Life and Career of Wernher von Braun
04:28 • 11min
Wernher von Braun's Transition from V-2 Rockets to Space Exploration
15:46 • 2min
Wernher von Braun's Legacy and Controversies
18:08 • 4min