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Jan 2025
47m 27s

Was Stalin Misunderstood? With Giles Mil...

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In this conversation, Anthony talks with Giles Milton about his new book, 'The Stalin Affair: The Impossible Alliance That Won the War.' They explore the complex relationships between key figures during World War II, including Winston Churchill, Joseph Stalin, and Franklin Roosevelt, as well as the significant role played by Kathy Harriman and her father, W. Averell Harriman. The conversation delves into the unlikely alliances forged during the war, the compelling personalities behind them, and the complex dynamics that ultimately shaped how the conflict unfolded. 

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