<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we explore the Gleiwitz incident, a staged attack orchestrated by the SS, and its immediate aftermath, leading to Germany's invasion of Poland. We also discuss how this event exemplifies leadership failures where truth is sacrificed for justification and accountability.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Chapters&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 The Gleiwitz Incident&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:45 Operation Himmler's Deception&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;05:04 Leadership Failure and Justification&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;08:29 Franz Hoenig's Symbolic Death&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Behind the Bastards of History

Dr. Nathan Pali

The Gleiwitz Incident's Role in World War II

MAR 7, 202610 MIN
Behind the Bastards of History

The Gleiwitz Incident's Role in World War II

MAR 7, 202610 MIN

Description

<p>In this episode, we explore the Gleiwitz incident, a staged attack orchestrated by the SS, and its immediate aftermath, leading to Germany's invasion of Poland. We also discuss how this event exemplifies leadership failures where truth is sacrificed for justification and accountability.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 The Gleiwitz Incident</p><p>02:45 Operation Himmler's Deception</p><p>05:04 Leadership Failure and Justification</p><p>08:29 Franz Hoenig's Symbolic Death</p>