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James Holland
05/24/25
@ Lex Fridman
In 1939, Germany has the densest radio network in the world, which plays a crucial role in disseminating propaganda and maintaining control over the population.
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James Holland: World War II, Hitler, Churchill, Stalin & Biggest Battles | Lex Fridman Podcast #470
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05/24/25
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