Hitler's Belief: England as His Truest Ally in Mein Kampf

For 80 years, Germany has worked to eradicate Nazism. The idea of a unique path, Sonderweg, is deeply ingrained in German history. However, as the 100th anniversary of Mein Kampf approaches, there is a resurgence of its core message globally, including in England.

The author, John Kampfner, delved into Mein Kampf for a BBC radio documentary. Despite its taboo status in Germany, the book has circulated widely in countries like India and Turkey. Kampfner found the book's content disturbing, with its focus on race theory and propaganda.

Through his research, Kampfner discovered parallels between Mein Kampf's ideology and current online content, including videos, podcasts, and social media posts. He highlighted similarities in rhetoric used by historical figures like Hitler and contemporary leaders such as Viktor Orban, Giorgia Meloni, and Donald Trump.

Kampfner, along with academic Dr. Simon Strick, drew connections between Mein Kampf's ideas and modern discourse. They found echoes of Hitler's views in statements made by current political figures, indicating a concerning continuity in extremist ideologies.

Hitler's admiration for England and disdain for France, as revealed in Mein Kampf, sheds light on his strategic alliances during World War II. Despite historical resistance to fascism, Kampfner warns that the allure of extremist ideologies persists today, emphasizing the importance of vigilance against hateful propaganda.