The Rest Is History Real Dictators: Adolf Hitler's Day In Court
Feb 11, 2022
The guest is Adolf Hitler, a historical figure whose rise to power is examined. The podcast delves into the chaotic events of November 1923, when Hitler found himself fleeing after a failed coup. It discusses his reflections during imprisonment and his defiant courtroom tactics that helped shape public perception. The narrative reveals how a lenient sentence not only propelled him to fame but also set the groundwork for his notorious book, Mein Kampf, amidst Germany's turbulent political landscape.
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Hitler's Escape
- Hitler, injured after a failed coup, fled Munich with allies.
- He sought refuge at the Hamstengel villa after his car broke down.
Political Hooliganism in Weimar Germany
- Political violence, including clashes between opposing groups, was common during the Weimar Republic.
- This era of hooliganism aimed to control the masses through street dominance.
The Munich Putsch
- Hitler launched his coup by disrupting a political meeting in a Munich beer hall.
- The putsch failed when his followers were gunned down, and Hitler dislocated his shoulder while fleeing.