Prequel

Rachel Maddow

Adolf Hitler’s rise to power in 1933 reverberated across the Atlantic, inspiring American fascist movements that blended European influences with a distinctively American identity. Groups like the Silver Legion of America, tied to domestic hate organizations, masked their extremism under the guise of anti-Communism, often overlooked by law enforcement. This negligence prompted Jewish attorney Leon Lewis to organize covert operations that exposed alarming plots, including plans to overthrow the government and target Jewish figures like Charlie Chaplin. Meanwhile, George Sylvester Viereck, a once-celebrated literary figure turned ardent Nazi propagandist, leveraged his connections to promote fascist ideals in the U.S., though his efforts faltered as America entered World War II. These events underscore the persistent dangers of ideological subversion and the critical need to confront such threats before they take root.

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This book delves into the rise of fascism in 1930s America, exploring its unsettling connections to Nazi Germany and the covert efforts to combat its spread. Through vivid historical accounts, it unveils the shadowy operations of domestic fascist groups, the courageous resistance led by figures like Leon Lewis, and the propaganda campaigns spearheaded by controversial personalities such as George Sylvester Viereck. With themes of patriotism, betrayal, and the resilience of democracy, it offers a gripping look at a critical yet often overlooked chapter in American history.

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Rachel Maddow is a political commentator and host of the long-running and award-winning Rachel Maddow Show on MSNBC. She has a doctorate in political science from Oxford University and is also a best-selling writer whose work includes the book Drift: The Unmooring of American Military Power (2012).

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