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“The Americans had not played a very prominent part in the war of 1914-1918, he (Adolf Hitler) thought, and moreover, had not made any great sacrifices of blood. They would certainly not withstand a trial by fire, for their fighting qualities were low. In general no such thing as an American people existed as a unit; they were nothing but a mass of immigrants from many nations and many races.”

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Albert Speer

Albert Speer was a German architect and a significant figure in Nazi Germany. He held various positions under Hitler, including Minister of Armaments and War Production. Known for his contributions to Nazi Germany's architecture and urban planning, Speer also faced controversy for his involvement in war crimes. more

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