Between the Wars - Season 1 Episode 6
"The individual does matter in history" -- a contrast of the style of FDR and Hitler shows how technological change and individual charisma can change history. FDR uses a new medium (radio) to political advantage; Hitler utilizes the new sound movies. This episode contrasts their economic programs which deal with the Depression and show how each used propaganda (Nazi propaganda and New Deal propaganda). The careers of both men culminated in 1933. Hitler, representing a minority party, was appointed Chancellor and rapidly consolidated his power through propaganda and terrorism. President Roosevelt stood prepared to try new methods of attacking the economic crisis.
- ಪ್ರಕಾರ: War & Politics, Documentary
- ಸ್ಟುಡಿಯೋ: PBS
- ಕೀವರ್ಡ್: politics, newsreel footage, diplomacy
- ಪಾತ್ರವರ್ಗ: Eric Sevareid
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