The Weird History of the Nazi Salute | Roman Salute, WW2, Italian Fascism, Hitler

The video explores the origins and evolution of the so-called Roman salute, debunking its historical accuracy. It traces the salute's journey from a misinterpretation of a painting by Jean Jacques David to its adoption by American students and later by Italian fascists under Gabrielle di Anuncio. The video highlights how Mussolini popularized the salute, which was then adopted by the Nazis, who fabricated a Germanic history for it. The narrative underscores the influence of art and propaganda in shaping historical myths.

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