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The Dark Charisma of Adolf Hitler

Documentary

Adolf Hitler is infamous today as a war criminal - arguably one of the worst war criminals in history. Yet during the 1930s he was loved by millions of Germans. How was this possible? In this fascinating series, award-winning historian and documentary maker Laurence Rees examines the background to Hitler's 'charismatic' rule.

Nov 12, 20121 seasons3 episodesEndedEN

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Seasons

Season 1

3 episodes

Premiered Nov 12, 2012

Episodes

1–3 of 3

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Ep 1

Episode 1

Nov 12, 2012

59m

Laurence looks at how Adolf Hitler was loved by many. He reveals how Hitler formed a connection with lots of the German people and in the process, this seemingly unlikely figure generated a level of charismatic attraction almost without parallel.

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Ep 2

Episode 2

Nov 19, 2012

59m

Laurence takes a look at the peak of Adolf Hitler’s popularity in Germany throughout the 1930’s up to his decision to invade France in 1940.

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Ep 3

Episode 3

Nov 26, 2012

59m

Laurence takes a look at how Hitler attempted to maintain his charismatic appeal in his final years, as the bond between the German people and their Fuehrer was tested like it had never been before.