Episode 7 - Naming the Names

Episode 7 - Naming the Names

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Episode 9 - To Stay the Hand of Vengeance

20th November 1945 and the Defendants take their place in the dock – 22 of the most senior Nazis, representing each component of Hitler’s machine. But without simultaneous translation the trial will be unworkable – are the interpreters ready? Can they manage 100 words-per-minute? ...  Show more

Episode 8 - Who is Truly Guilty?

October 1945 and the trial starts in less than a month – but do the Russians genuinely want it to happen? They seem to be employing delaying tactics – is it because they can also be accused of war crimes? Or is it just another regular SNAFU?Each day brings a new problem: first, t ...  Show more

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