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The Failed Artist That Stole Art: Hitler's Backstory
40:40 - 47:12 (06:31)
Adolf Hitler's desire to steal art during the war stemmed from his failed artistic ambitions. After being rejected from art school, Hitler nursed his ailing mother until her death and was left with an unfulfilled passion for art.
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Adolf Hitler was rejected from an art school in Vienna twice, even though he showed draftsman-level skill, leading to frustration and potentially fueling his later political ambitions.
40:40 - 44:27 (03:47)
Adolf Hitler
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Adolf Hitler was rejected from an art school in Vienna twice, even though he showed draftsman-level skill, leading to frustration and potentially fueling his later political ambitions.
ChapterThe Failed Artist That Stole Art: Hitler's Backstory
EpisodeSeven - No, Wait, Five - Mysteries of the Art World
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Hitler's failed art career influenced his art plundering during the war as he stole famous art to make up for his own lack of artistic success.
44:27 - 47:12 (02:44)
Art Plundering
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Hitler's failed art career influenced his art plundering during the war as he stole famous art to make up for his own lack of artistic success. He needed to focus on his political career instead.