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Sleepwalker Army: Meth in Nazi Germany (Part 1)


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During WWII, methamphetamine wasn’t just a drug—it was a weapon. In this episode, we explore how drug affected Nazi brains, powered Blitzkrieg tactics, fueled Hitler’s personal addiction, and found their way into the supply kits of Allied troops. Discover the hidden role stimulants played in shaping the course of the war.

Sources:

Normal Ohler: Blitzed: Drugs in the Third Reich

TIME Magazine: How Methamphetamine Became a Key Part of Nazi Military Strategy

MBio: Understanding the Basis of METH Mouth

Nicholas Rasmussen: America’s First Amphetamine Epidemic



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