Why We Fight: The Nazis Strike

Overview

Frank Capra's second installment in the Why We Fight series delves into Germany's history of militarism, tracing its roots back to Otto von Bismarck’s ambitions in 1863. This film paints a stark picture of how these aggressive tendencies evolved into the Nazi regime. By examining the ideological underpinnings and historical milestones that fueled this nationalistic fervor, the documentary seeks to illuminate the threat posed by the Nazis during World War II, emphasizing the urgency for the Allied forces to confront this perilous aggressor.