By José Carlos Palma* In the 1930s, Leon Lewis emerged as a tireless advocate for justice and a staunch opponent of Nazi activities in Los Angeles. Frustrated by the lack of action from U.S. law enforcement, Lewis took it upon himself to confront the dangers posed by the rising influence

By José Carlos Palma * William Randolph Hearst’s association with Nazism is a subject of debate and controversy. While there is evidence to suggest that Hearst sympathized with some aspects of Nazi ideology and maintained friendly relations with Nazi officials, it is important to note that his exact level of

Nazi symbols could be spotted all over downtown Los Angeles in the 1930s. Here, a swastika hangs above the street outside a furniture store on Broadway. (Photo/Courtesy of Steve Ross) By José Carlos Palma* In the 1940s, Los Angeles became a battleground for a fascinating and cautionary tale of how

By José Carlos Palma * As the dust settled after World War II, one question continued to captivate the world. What had truly happened to Adolf Hitler? Rumors of Hitler’s escape and survival emerged, prompting the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to initiate its own investigation into the fate of

By Smartencyclopedia The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has played a crucial role in unraveling mysteries and investigating historical events. In the aftermath of World War II, the agency received numerous tips and reports suggesting that Adolf Hitler, the infamous leader of Nazi Germany, had somehow escaped his supposed fate

By Smartencyclopedia The fate of Adolf Hitler, the notorious leader of Nazi Germany, has been the subject of speculation, controversy, and conspiracy theories for decades. While the accepted historical narrative states that Hitler died by suicide in his bunker in Berlin, some persist in questioning the official account. In this

By José Carlos Palma* World War II witnessed the convergence of warfare and espionage on an unprecedented scale. As nations fought for their survival, intelligence gathering became a crucial aspect of the conflict. In this landscape of secrecy and danger, a unique group of individuals emerged as unlikely spies: missionaries.

By Smartencyclopedia World War II was a period of unprecedented global conflict that required innovative strategies and intelligence operations. Among the unsung heroes of this era were the Ritchie Boys, a remarkable group of German-Jewish immigrants and refugees who played a pivotal role in shaping military intelligence. This deep and

By Smartencyclopedia Newsroom The commemoration event held this week in Normandy marked the 79th anniversary of D-Day. On June 6, 1944, Allied forces launched a daring invasion on the beaches of Normandy during World War II. This operation, codenamed Operation Overlord, was a pivotal moment in history and marked the

By José Carlos Palma * World War II witnessed the emergence of aerial warfare as a crucial element of military strategy. Among the nations that played a significant role in the skies was the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF). With a diverse array of units and an unwavering commitment

By José Carlos Palma * The United States Navy played a pivotal role in World War II, serving as a cornerstone of American military power and making significant contributions to the Allied victory. With a formidable fleet of warships, submarines, aircraft carriers, and highly trained personnel, the U.S. Navy proved

  E Company, 2nd Battalion of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division, the “Screaming Eagles”, is a company in the United States Army. The company was referred to as “Easy” after the radio call for “E” in the phonetic alphabet used during World War II. The experiences of its members during that war are the subject