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The Collapse of French Far-Right Leagues in 1926
51:43 - 56:19 (04:35)
This episode discusses how big business funded the far-right leagues in France for four years until they withdrew their support, leading to their collapse in 1926 and leaving behind a culture of violent rhetoric and street fighting.
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The history of the far-right's calls for violence against the left goes back over a century, with figures like Charles Maurras and Leon Degrelle advocating for extra-legal paramilitary actions and assassination.
51:43 - 52:46 (01:02)
Summary
The history of the far-right's calls for violence against the left goes back over a century, with figures like Charles Maurras and Leon Degrelle advocating for extra-legal paramilitary actions and assassination. These tactics are not new, and the recent rise in far-right violence should be seen in this broader context.
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Some radical organizations are growing and recruiting members by fighting with the left and the police, using similar violent rhetoric, uniformed politics, and street fighting strategies as Proud Boys.
52:46 - 54:46 (01:59)
Summary
Some radical organizations are growing and recruiting members by fighting with the left and the police, using similar violent rhetoric, uniformed politics, and street fighting strategies as Proud Boys. In-fighting between communist and socialist groups has caused the left to temporarily dissolve as meaningful opposition.
ChapterThe Collapse of French Far-Right Leagues in 1926
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PodcastBehind the Bastards
The far-right in France gained influence in the 20th century through the contributions of intellectuals and the support of businessmen safeguarding their investments during periods of left-wing control.
54:46 - 56:19 (01:32)
Summary
The far-right in France gained influence in the 20th century through the contributions of intellectuals and the support of businessmen safeguarding their investments during periods of left-wing control. This resulted in a tradition of nationalist, monarchist, and reactionary thought extending back nearly a century.