The friendship that changed the course of World War II.
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07/13/17 • 34 min
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Revisionist History - The Prime Minister and the Prof
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Pushkin. What was your mother's experience in the family. So your family is from Bengal. Yeah, my mother was about twelve years old and she was living in the city. She saw all of this starvation on the pavements, all of the people coming into the city from the villages because there was absolutely nothing left in the villages. And I had this question that no one seemed to have answered, which was why is it that no relief was sent? Modusari Mukiji
The Prime Minister and the Prof Top Questions Answered
What were the conclusions of Churchill and Lindeman's study on the effectiveness of strategic bombing?
Lindeman concluded that bombing German towns would break the spirit of the German people, while the Birmingham Hall study reached the opposite conclusion.
Were the strategic bombing efforts during World War II considered a disaster by many historians?
Yes, many historians believe that strategic bombing during the war was a disaster.
Did Lindeman refuse to offer help during the Bengal famine in India?
Yes, Lindeman refused to help India during the Bengal famine, despite having the resources to do so.
Was there an inquiry into the Bengal famine by the British government?
Yes, the British government held an inquiry into the famine, although its scope was limited.
Did Churchill's official history of the war mention the Bengal famine?
No, Churchill's official history of the war barely mentioned the famine.
Was the truth about the Bengal famine kept hidden between Churchill and Lindeman?
Yes, the real story of what happened during the famine was kept hidden between Churchill and Lindeman.
What caused the Bengal famine in 1943?
The episode suggests that famines are often caused by human factors such as wars and misguided policies.
Who was Frederick A. Lindemann?
Frederick A. Lindemann was a friend of Winston Churchill who played a significant role in advising him during World War II.
What were Lindemann's eccentricities and peculiar habits?
Lindemann had a remarkable and eccentric lifestyle, including specific clothing preferences and peculiar eating habits.
What were the arguments regarding the best use of the Royal Air Force against the Germans?
The arguments discussed in the episode involved one side advocating for targeting military activities, while the other argued for strategic bombing to break the will of the German people.
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