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This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, delves into the history of Nazi Germany's efforts to dominate the realm of motorsports through the 'Record Week' events held from 1936 to 1939. Presented by motor historian and journalist Aldo Zana, the script details the strategic integration of high-speed automobile achievements into Nazi propaganda, highlighting key vehicles, records, and drivers of the era. The focus is specifically on the last edition of 'Record Week' in 1939, illustrating Germany's efforts to claim the world land speed record and analyzing the cars and technical challenges faced. Additionally, it reflects on Zana's extensive career and his contributions to automotive history.
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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net
This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family.
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This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, delves into the history of Nazi Germany's efforts to dominate the realm of motorsports through the 'Record Week' events held from 1936 to 1939. Presented by motor historian and journalist Aldo Zana, the script details the strategic integration of high-speed automobile achievements into Nazi propaganda, highlighting key vehicles, records, and drivers of the era. The focus is specifically on the last edition of 'Record Week' in 1939, illustrating Germany's efforts to claim the world land speed record and analyzing the cars and technical challenges faced. Additionally, it reflects on Zana's extensive career and his contributions to automotive history.
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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net
This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family.

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