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The Dreyfus Affair, Part 1

Jun 28, 2021
Part one of this podcast explores the Dreyfus Affair and its connection to the Franco-Prussian War. It covers the accusation of treason faced by Alfred Dreyfus in 1894, the rise of anti-Semitism in France, and the scandals that plagued the country. The chapter also delves into the fears and concerns of the late 19th century French society, the historical context of the French Third Republic, and provides a background story of Alfred Dreyfus and his family.
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