The Order of Death

4. Blood and Soil

Nov 9, 2019
The podcast delves into the chilling legacy of the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, revealing its ties to extremist ideologies. It recounts the tragic Ruby Ridge standoff, raising questions about government intervention and its fallout. The Waco siege and Timothy McVeigh's connection to white supremacism illustrate the evolution of domestic terrorism. The rise of lone wolf attacks is discussed, highlighting the Patriot Movement's defiance against authority. Finally, the influence of conspiracy theories and social media on modern extremism is critically examined.
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ANECDOTE

Charlottesville Rally Chants

  • The Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville used slogans like "blood and soil" and "Jews will not replace us".
  • These slogans are rooted in white supremacist ideology and the white replacement theory.
ANECDOTE

Ruby Ridge and Waco Influence

  • The government's handling of Ruby Ridge and Waco fueled anti-government sentiment among white supremacists.
  • Timothy McVeigh, influenced by The Turner Diaries, saw these events as government overreach.
INSIGHT

Oklahoma City Bombing's Link to The Order

  • The Oklahoma City bombing, while perpetrated by a self-radicalized individual, echoed the Order's planned attacks.
  • This highlighted the dangerous white supremacist underground and the influence of figures like Robert Matthews.
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