Mussolini Pt II. The Allies Advantage: How Betrayal Led to Victory
In Dante's "Divine Comedy," the worst sin one could commit was betrayal. What does this have to do with World War Two? Mussolini loved to betray his neighbors, his compatriots, or, believe it or not, Hitler. He just kept committing betrayal no matter the horrible outcomes it gave him. Outcomes that would assure that the Nazis' lost and the Allies won the war in Europe.
In this episode, we will explore exactly how Mussolini destroyed the Axis' chance of winning the war in Europe. Had he not intervened in the war, we might all be living in a different world. We - even those in Germany and Italy - should all be grateful for his proclivity for betrayal and his seemingly inescapable ability to act stupidly in war.
It is a fascinating philosophical exercise filled with truly outlandish stories from WWII that you are probably unaware of.
Join us on this rethinking of history and, generally, a wild ride.
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Chapters of this episode:
Introduction: 1:06
Theodicy and Why Evil May Exist: 7:54
Betrayal and Why it's Evil: 14:52
The Importance of WWII on Your Life: 22:39
Mussolini Switching from Neutrality to War: 31:50
Mussolini's Betrayal and America Picking Sides: 45:53
Mussolini's Invasion of Greece: 56:42
The Delay of Operation Barbarossa: 1:13:27
Mussolini's Misadventures in North Africa: 1:22:30
How it All Ends for Mussolini: 1:32:24
Conclusion: 1:42:52
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