History Extra podcast The Britons who rebuilt postwar Germany
Feb 21, 2024
Author Daniel Cowling discusses the British occupation of Germany from 1945-49, exploring the challenges faced by young officials, their efforts in rebuilding a broken nation, and the skepticism among their compatriots. Topics include establishing democracy, British perspectives on post-war Germany, success stories like transforming Volkswagen, and the unique origins of Currywurst.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The British Occupation of Germany After World War II
03:01 • 5min
Rebuilding Germany with British Soldiers and Civilians
08:14 • 4min
British Attitudes towards Post-War Germany
12:08 • 16min
Success Stories in Postwar Germany
28:34 • 3min
Origin of Currywurst and the British-German relationship post-war
31:31 • 3min