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Supersonic Nazi Vengeance: V2 Rocket (Part 1)

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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Innovation Demands Monumental Investment

A significant investment of 550 million Reichsmarks, translating to billions today, led to the establishment of an extensive facility designed for missile research and development. The complex featured advanced research facilities, a massive testing site, and the capability for large-scale ballistic missile production. Its infrastructure included a massive oval embankment and thick earthworks, underscoring the facility's pioneering role in military technology and industrial capability in Europe.

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