The host discusses how Mosley was influenced by anti-Semitic sentiments within the fascist movement, particularly during the early 1930s. Martin Pugh's book, 'Hurrah for the Black Shirts,' provides insight into the political climate and the dynamics of the East End of London during this period.

The Rest Is HistorySep 27, 2023

373. Oswald Mosley: Fascist Leader

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“Martin Pugh, who wrote Hurrah for the Black Shirts, he wrote a history of the Labour Party. One of his really big and interesting points was about the crossover.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: British fascism and Labour Party

For: Historians and political enthusiasts

Key quote: “Martin Pugh, who wrote Hurrah for the Black Shirts, he wrote a history of the Labour Party.”

The host mentions Martin Pugh's book 'Hurrah for the Black Shirts' to highlight the historical crossover between the Conservative and Labour parties in the 1920s. Pugh's insights provide a deeper understanding of Mosley's political journey and the dynamics of British fascism during that era.

The Rest Is HistorySep 24, 2023

372. The Birth of British Fascism

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“The excerpt discusses Martin Pugh's book 'Hurrah for the Black Shirts', which addresses the national conversation around foreign spies and the Daily Mail's role in it.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: British fascism and its roots

For: Historians and political science students

Key quote: “So as you say, Martin Pugh in his book, Hurrah for the Black Shirts, he lists a whole series of things that have analogues in Germany that, in Germany, look like really important ingredients of the rise of Nazism.”

The host mentions Martin Pugh's book 'Hurrah for the Black Shirts' to explore the elements of fascism present in Britain, drawing parallels with Germany. The discussion highlights how British fascism had unique characteristics that did not lead to the same outcomes as in Germany, making it a less recognized phenomenon.