Behind the Bastards Part Two: The World Anti-Communist League: A Study in Nazi Death Squads
Jul 21, 2022
Christopher Wong, an expert on the World Anti-Communist League, dives deep into this nefarious group’s operations in Italy and Latin America. He unearths the chilling ties between the League and Nazi death squads, revealing the moral complexities of Cold War tactics. Their covert connections to U.S. foreign policy come under scrutiny, alongside the harrowing impact of anti-communist violence in Guatemala. With humor interspersed, they discuss historical weapons deals that fueled this dark chapter, making for a captivating and chilling conversation.
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Shared Chumba Casino Experience
- Robert Evans recalls a time when he was on a plane and the person next to him was also playing Chumba Casino.
- This anecdote highlights the popularity and widespread enjoyment of this social spin slot game.
Gladio's Origins and Purpose
- Gladio, the Italian branch of stay-behind networks, was established by Allied command after WWII and armed/trained by the CIA.
- Its purpose was to act as a resistance movement in case of a USSR invasion, with plausible deniability for the US.
Gladio's Composition and Reach
- Gladio networks existed across Europe, armed with weapons caches to combat a potential communist invasion.
- These networks included soldiers, cops, spies, and often repurposed fascists, mirroring Operation Condor.