Early Years: The Day of Treason

Early Years: The Day of Treason

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Rise to Power: Adolf Hitler’s Day in Court

Munich, Germany. November 1923. The Nazis have just attempted to launch a revolution. But instead, Adolf Hitler now finds himself on the run from the law. Unless he makes it to the border, the firing squad beckons. But in fact, as unlikely as it seems, Hitler is about to take Ger ...  Show more

Rise to Power: Hitler in Prison & Mein Kampf

Adolf Hitler, now a national celebrity, begins his jail term. Besieged by well-wishers, he has faith his time inside will be short. To keep the Nazi flame burning, he decides to write a new book. “Mein Kampf” will one day make Hitler a best-selling author and a multi-millionaire. ...  Show more

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