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375. Hitler and the Mitford Sisters
Oct 4, 2023
Learn about the Mitford sisters: Diana, the most beautiful woman in London, and Unity, who had a relationship with Hitler. They were his guests at the 1936 Berlin Olympics and Unity even introduced her parents to Hitler. Discover if Unity was trying to seduce Hitler and form an Anglo-German dynasty. Delve into her controversial actions, including her support for antisemitism and her suicide attempt.
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- Unity Mitford, one of the famous Mitford sisters, developed a close platonic relationship with Adolf Hitler, amusing him with her carefree nature and serving as a liaison between high-ranking Nazis and the British Union of Fascists.
- The Mitford sisters, particularly Unity and Diana, were captivated by the glamour and shock value of fascism, leading them to align themselves with Hitler and Mosley, despite facing public scrutiny and limited political impact.
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Unity Mitford: From Fascination to Fascism
Unity Mitford, one of the famous Mitford sisters, became deeply involved in fascist ideology and developed a close connection with Adolf Hitler. She met Hitler over 140 times and even introduced her sister Diana to him. Unity's relationship with Hitler was platonic, characterized by her ability to amuse him with her lightheartedness and carefree nature. Unity's fascination with Hitler went beyond politics, with an element of erotic allure and a desire to shock society. Despite her fervent devotion to Hitler and the Nazi cause, Unity's actual influence was limited, primarily serving as a broker between high-ranking Nazis and the British Union of Fascists. After a failed suicide attempt, Unity returned to England and died in 1948 at the age of 33. The speculation about her carrying Hitler's child lacks substantial evidence and is considered highly unlikely.
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