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The Life and Thought of Oswald Mosley w/ Thomas777 - Complete

Oct 16, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, revisionist historian Thomas777 delves into the complex life of Oswald Mosley, founder of the British Union of Fascists. He explores Mosley’s intriguing family background and troubled upbringing, linking these to his political ambitions. The conversation touches on Mosley's advocacy for aviation reform, his intellectual influences, and the founding of his fascist movement. Additionally, Thomas777 analyzes Mosley’s views on race, media strategies, and debates surrounding antisemitism, offering a nuanced perspective on British fascism.
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INSIGHT

Mosley Was A Serious Political Actor

  • Oswald Mosley was a serious, coherent political figure with tens of thousands of dues-paying followers, not a fringe crank.
INSIGHT

Family Roots Shaped Mosley's Politics

  • Mosley's family history tied to local power, Church of England clergy, and military shaped his political orientation toward order and anti-radicalism.
ANECDOTE

Unstable Childhood And Surrogate Father

  • Mosley was born in 1896 into a troubled household with an absent, debauched father and a devoted mother who separated early on.
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