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Gallagher's Journey Unveiling Plot
- College sophomore Charles Gallagher discovered a 1940 newspaper showing armed men plotting to overthrow the U.S. government.
- Years later, he pursued the story, eventually becoming a Jesuit priest while uncovering the details.
Father Coglin's Radical Influence
- Father Charles E. Coglin was the most popular radio figure, mixing religion with radical, fascist-leaning politics.
- He blamed Jews for societal problems and called democracy doomed, advocating fascism and violence.
Christian Front's Militant Network
- The Christian Front militia was nationwide with strong chapters in Boston, New York, and other cities.
- They spread Nazi propaganda, called for violence against Jews, and planned to overthrow the government by force.