No Way Out Blitzed: The Methamphetamine-Fueled Blitzkrieg with Norman Ohler
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Dec 9, 2024 Norman Ohler, author of 'Blitzed' and 'Tripped,' shares eye-opening insights into the German military's use of methamphetamine during World War II. He details how Pervitin fueled the Blitzkrieg, contrasting it with outdated tactics like the French reliance on red wine. The conversation dives into the dark side of Hitler's drug dependency and the broader implications of stimulants on soldiers' performance and health. Ohler also discusses the moral complexities behind these wartime practices, unveiling chilling anecdotes and historical lessons.
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Blitzed: Meth & Blitzkrieg
- Norman Ohler's book "Blitzed" explores the German military's use of Pervitin during WWII.
- This methamphetamine use is linked to the Blitzkrieg strategy and its impact on the war.
Mindset & Drug Use
- The Germans used methamphetamines for enhanced performance, while the French used red wine, reflecting outdated WWI strategies.
- This difference in mindset contributed to the German victory in the Western campaign of 1940.
Blitzkrieg's Impact
- Blitzkrieg's speed and violence of action surprised everyone, and its success was partly due to its unexpected nature.
- The opposing side didn't understand the new kind of warfare they faced.
