Himmler's Rise To Hitler's Right Hand Man

Explore the complex story of Anton Mussert, leader of the Dutch Nazi party, and his collaboration with Hitler during WWII. Was he naive, evil, or simply a man who abandoned his principles for power? This episode delves into his rise, betrayal of the Dutch people, and the devastating consequences of his actions. Discover the untold history of the Netherlands under Nazi occupation and the tragic fate of its Jewish population. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on

Discover how Operation Barbarossa, Hitler's ambitious and catastrophic invasion of the Soviet Union, marked a turning point in World War 2. Fueled by overconfidence and racial ideology, Hitler underestimated the Soviet resilience and the brutal Russian winter, leading to devastating losses. This video delves into the miscalculations, human suffering, and historical consequences of the largest military campaign ever attempted. Witness the rise and fall of the Nazi war machine as it crumbled under its own hubris. War Stories is your one-stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on

Trace Adolf Hitler's rise from a difficult upbringing and service in World War 1 to becoming a figure who reshaped the course of history in World War 2. Delve into the chaos of the Weimar Republic, the repercussions of the Treaty of Versailles, and the economic hardships that propelled his rise to power. Discover how his rhetoric, propaganda, and extremist ideology transformed the Nazi Party into a dominant force. Finally, examine the catastrophic consequences of his leadership, culminating in World War 2 and his, and Nazi Germany's, ultimate downfall. War Stories is your one-stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on

Nazi naval commander Karl Dönitz was deeply devoted to supporting the party's reprehensible goals. After the war, he tried to portray himself as merely a sailor obeying orders, but James is resolved to demonstrate that Dönitz was a dedicated war criminal who fully deserved his grim role as Hitler's successor.

Explore the rise of Bob Dylan and the Greenwich Village folk scene, and discover how one artist changed the course of American music and protest forever. Dive deep into the evolution of American folk music, from its roots in working-class struggle and political activism to its 1960s revival in New York’s Greenwich Village. This video unpacks the magnetic pull of the guitar, the influence of icons like Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger, and the passionate, factional energy of the Village’s coffeehouses and basket-passing clubs. Learn how Dylan’s arrival marked a seismic shift - not just in songwriting, but in the expectations for artists to create their own voice and message. Follow Dylan’s journey from Hibbing, Minnesota, through his transformative encounters with Guthrie, to the feverish creativity of the New York folk circuit. The documentary covers Dylan’s early struggles, his groundbreaking debut, and the momentous release of "Blowin’ in the Wind," which became a civil rights anthem and a catalyst for change. Experience the tension between folk purists and the new wave, Dylan’s pivotal relationship with Joan Baez, and his bold

Facing the seemingly unstoppable might of the Soviet Union, Finnish Marshal Gustaf Mannerheim came to an uncomfortable conclusion: the enemy of my enemy is my friend. To defend his nation, he struck a deal with Hitler and Nazi Germany, walking a dangerous line between survival and complicity. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on