Best Usarmy Podcasts (2024)

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US Army COL David Hackworth: A Story of Combat and Courage 12:00

3h ago12:00

12:00

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Duty & Valor Podcast, we delve into the extraordinary life of Colonel David Hackworth, one of the most decorated soldiers in U.S. history. From his daring enlistment at the age of 15 to his heroic service in the Korean and Vietnam Wars, Hackworth's career was marked by bravery, innovation, and an unyie…

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Echoes of Silence: The Assassinations That Shaped America 24:17

4h ago24:17

24:17

Welcome to Echoes of Silence: The Assassinations That Shaped America, where we journey through the shadows of history to uncover the stories behind some of the most pivotal and tragic moments in American history. .#history #Beverly #mafia #⁠beverlyhils #truecrime #tedbundy #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeaddict #truecrimememes #killers #killer #murde…

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US Air Force Lt Col Gerald Young: Vietnam War Medal of Honor Recipient 8:30

3h ago8:30

8:30

Send us a Text Message. Join us as we delve into the extraordinary story of Lt. Col. Gerald Young, a true American hero who displayed unparalleled courage during the Vietnam War. On November 9, 1967, as a rescue helicopter pilot, Young flew through intense enemy fire to save a pinned-down Special Forces team. Despite his helicopter being hit and cr…

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What the hell happened to Walter Collins?! 22:14

1h ago22:14

22:14

The disappearance of Walter Collins is a tragic and puzzling case from 1928. Walter, a nine-year-old boy, vanished on March 10, 1928, after his mother, Christine Collins, gave him money to go to the cinema12. Despite extensive searches and nationwide attention, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) couldn’t find him. Five months later, a boy cla…

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US Navy LCDR Butch O'Hare: WWII Medal of Honor Recipient 8:57

5d ago8:57

8:57

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Duty & Valor Podcast, you'll hear the story of, Lieutenant Commander Edward "Butch" O'Hare. Discover the incredible story behind O'Hare's legendary bravery on February 20, 1942, when he single-handedly defended the USS Lexington from a squadron of enemy bombers. With only a handful of bullets and unmat…

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Behind the Facade: The Gypsy Rose Blanchard Story 28:45

6d ago28:45

28:45

Gypsy Rose Blanchard was born on July 27, 1991, in Golden Meadow, Louisiana. She is known for her involvement in the murder of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard, a case that drew significant media attention due to its unusual and tragic circumstances. Gypsy’s mother, Dee Dee, subjected her to years of abuse under the guise of caring for her numerous fa…

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Ticking Countdown: Erie Collar Bomb Heist 23:08

13d ago23:08

23:08

The collar bomb case, also known as the pizza bomber case, is a notorious incident that occurred on August 28, 2003, in Erie, Pennsylvania. Here’s a brief bio of the case: Brian Douglas Wells, a pizza delivery man, was forced to rob a PNC Bank with a bomb locked around his neck. After delivering pizzas to a remote location, Wells found himself invo…

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US Marine Corps Maj Louis Cukela: WWI Double Medal of Honor Recipient 6:14

19d ago6:14

6:14

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Duty & Valor, you will hear the true story of US Marine Corps Major Louis Cukela, a true WWI American hero and one of the rare recipients of both the Army and Navy Medals of Honor. Born in Croatia and immigrating to the United States, Cukela's story is one of incredible bravery, dedication, and unwavering …

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Lisa "Left eye" Lopez and being chased by spirits. 24:58

22d ago24:58

24:58

Lisa Lopes, also known by her stage name Left Eye, was an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer. She gained fame as a member of the popular R&B group TLC, alongside Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins and Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas. Lopes contributed her own self-written raps to many of TLC’s hit singles, including “Waterfalls” and “No Scrubs” 1. Besid…

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US Army 1SG Leonard Funk: WWII Medal of Honor Recipient 8:43

1M ago8:43

8:43

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Duty & Valor, we delve into the extraordinary heroics of US Army 1st Sergeant Leonard Funk Jr., a true American hero of World War II. Discover how Funk's indomitable spirit and exceptional leadership turned the tide in some of the war's most brutal battles. Hear the gripping account of his incredible brave…

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Scandal in the Oval Office: Unraveling the Clinton-Lewinsky Saga 1:02:19

1M ago1:02:19

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The affair between Bill Clinton and Monica Lewinsky was a significant political scandal in the late 1990s. Monica Lewinsky, an intern at the White House, began a relationship with President Bill Clinton in 1995. The affair lasted approximately 18 months, from 1995 to 1997. In January 1998, the story broke out, leading to a media frenzy and public s…

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Bruiser Brody " His own worst enemy" 22:32

1M ago22:32

22:32

Frank Donald Goodish (June 18, 1946 – July 17, 1988) was an American professional wrestler who gained stardom under the ring name Bruiser Brody. Throughout his career, he also worked as King Kong Brody, the Masked Marauder, and Red River Jack. Let’s dive into some key points about his life and wrestling career: #titanic #thetitanic #history #thegre…

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Charm and Carnage: The Twisted Tale of Ted Bundy 1:01:50

2M ago1:01:50

1:01:50

Ava and Cooper dive down the rabbit hole that is Ted Bundy. BIG TIME VIEWER DISCRETION! Very graphic.By Daniel Hudson

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Charm and Carnage: The Twisted Tale of Ted Bundy 26:39

2M ago26:39

26:39

Ava and Cooper dive down the rabbit hole that is Ted Bundy. BIG TIME VIEWER DISCRETION! Very graphic. Ted Bundy (born Theodore Robert Cowell on November 24, 1946, in Burlington, Vermont, U.S.) was an American serial killer, rapist, and necrophiliac. His crimes terrorized the nation during the 1970s. #titanic #thetitanic #history #thegreatdepression…

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Lost Pioneers: The Untold Story of Apollo 1 16:40

2M ago16:40

16:40

Apollo 1, initially designated AS-204, was planned to be the first crewed mission of the Apollo program—the American endeavor to land the first person on the Moon. The mission aimed to launch on February 21, 1967, serving as the inaugural low Earth orbital test of the Apollo command and service module. However, tragedy struck during a launch rehear…

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US Army LTC Ernest Childers: WWII Medal of Honor Recipient 8:15

2M ago8:15

8:15

Send us a Text Message. Discover the true story of Lieutenant Colonel Ernest Childers, a Native American hero whose bravery and leadership during World War II earned him the Medal of Honor. In this episode, we delve into the life and legacy of this remarkable soldier, from his early days in Oklahoma to his fearless actions on the battlefields of It…

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The Flannan Isles Lighthouse Mystery 17:23

2M ago17:23

17:23

The Vanishing Keepers of Flannan Isle On the desolate rock of Eilean Mòr, one of the Flannan Isles in the Outer Hebrides off Scotland’s west coast, stood the Flannan Isles Lighthouse. Its beacon pierced the darkness, guiding ships through treacherous waters. But in 1900, something inexplicable occurred. 🔦 The Mysterious Disappearance 🔦 The transatl…

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Medal of Honor Recipient US Air Force General James "Jimmy" Doolittle 16:07

2M ago16:07

16:07

Send us a Text Message. This episode tells about the life of James H. "Jimmy" Doolittle, an American icon who embodied the spirit of aviation. We'll explore his early days as a daredevil pilot breaking speed records, then delve into his pivotal role in World War II leading the daring Doolittle Raid on Tokyo. Please visit our website to learn more a…

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US Marine Corps PFC Raymond "Mike" Clausen Jr.: Vietnam War Medal of Honor Recipient 7:50

3M ago7:50

7:50

Send us a Text Message. This episode of Duty & Honor dives into the bravery of Vietnam War hero, PFC Raymond Clausen. We explore the harrowing events of January 1970, where Clausen displayed unwavering courage in the face of a deadly minefield, where he made six trips through the minefield under enemy fire, carrying a fallen comrade and eleven woun…

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US Marine Corps Capt. Henry L. Hulbert: Medal of Honor Recipient 7:40

3M ago7:40

7:40

Send us a Text Message. Have you ever heard of Henry L. Hulbert? This U.S. Marine wasn't just a brave soldier, he was a Medal of Honor recipient! In this episode, we explore the incredible story of Henry Hulbert, from his actions in the Second Samoan Civil War that earned him the nation's highest military honor, to his decorated service in World Wa…

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US Navy CDR Clyde Lassen: Vietnam Aviator and Medal of Honor Recipient 8:17

4M ago8:17

8:17

Send us a Text Message. This episode honors Navy Commander Clyde Lassen, a Vietnam War hero who risked everything to save the lives of two downed aviators. We'll delve into his journey, from enlisting in the Navy to becoming a skilled pilot. Witness the bravery that earned him the Medal of Honor, as he piloted a helicopter on a daring night rescue …

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US Army Air Forces Col. Bruce Carr: The Remarkable Escape Story during WWII 10:29

4M ago10:29

10:29

Send us a Text Message. Colonel Bruce Carr wasn't just a fighter pilot, he was a master of defying odds. This episode dives into the incredible true story of how he evaded capture after being shot down, then stole a German plane to escape. We'll also explore his rise to becoming a flying ace in World War II and his continued bravery during the Kore…

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US Air Force CMSGT Richard Etchberger: Vietnam War Medal of Honor Recipient 11:46

5M ago11:46

11:46

Send us a Text Message. Uncover the incredible true story of Chief Master Sgt. Richard Etchberger, the Air Force's long forgotten enlisted hero. Witness his unwavering courage and selfless sacrifice during the Vietnam War's secret mission at Lima Site 85. In this shoe, you'll discover: Etchberger's journey from ordinary Airman to legendary leader T…

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US Army Air Corps 2nd Lt. Frank Luke Jr.: WWI Medal of Honor Recipient 10:20

5M ago10:20

10:20

Send us a Text Message. Known as "The Arizona Balloon Buster," Frank Luke Jr.'s fearless exploits in the skies above the battlefields of Europe have left an indelible mark on history. From his daring aerial dogfights to his unparalleled courage in the face of overwhelming odds, discover the extraordinary story of this legendary fighter pilot. Don't…

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US Marine Corps Lt Col Kenneth Walsh: From Enlisted Man to Medal of Honor Aviator 10:06

5M ago10:06

10:06

Send us a Text Message. From his humble beginnings as a mechanic to his rise as a top fighter ace, Lt. Col. Walsh's journey is one of unwavering determination and exceptional bravery. Witness his daring missions in the Pacific Theater, where he faced overwhelming odds and turned the tide of battle. Discover the incredible acts of heroism that earne…

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US Army SSG Marcario Garcia: Medal of Honor Recipient during WWII 6:38

5M ago6:38

6:38

Send us a Text Message. Join us as we delve into the remarkable story of Staff Sergeant Marcario Garcia, a true American hero and the first Mexican immigrant to be awarded the Medal of Honor. From his humble beginnings in Mexico to the intense battlegrounds of World War II, Garcia's journey is one of selfless valor, unwavering courage, and breaking…

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US Army SSG Jack Pendleton & His Selfless Courage during WWII 5:35

6M ago5:35

5:35

Send us a Text Message. On October 12, 1944 Jack and the other men of Company I faced a heavily defended German machine gun position that was inflicting heavy casualties on the advancing Americans. Ssg Pendleton volunteered to lead a squad on an attack on that position. He gave his life to ensure his men reached their objective, ensuring the succes…

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USMC Cpl. Joseph Vittori: Sacrifice at Hill 749 During the Korean War 7:59

6M ago7:59

7:59

Send us a Text Message. Dive into the extraordinary story of USMC Cpl. Joseph Vittori, a young Marine who defied impossible odds in the brutal Korean War. Witness his unparalleled courage as he charges enemy lines, single-handedly defends a critical position, and makes the ultimate sacrifice to save his brothers-in-arms. This episode explores: The …

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US Navy Lt Albert David and the Capture of U-505 8:16

6M ago8:16

8:16

Send us a Text Message. US Navy Lieutenant Albert David wasn't your typical war hero. He was a humble engineer thrust into the heart of an unthinkable mission: capturing a German U-boat at sea. In the vast expanse of the Atlantic, during the heat of World War II, David led a daring raid, boarding the U-505 in a face-to-face confrontation with the e…

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Episode 8.20 20:42

6M ago20:42

20:42

In this final episode of this season, I will be discussing nuclear weapons and the threat of a nuclear war which hung over the world during the cold war.By Paul Kendrick

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US Marine Corps Col Jay Vargas: Medal of Honor Recipient who displayed Heroism during the Vietnam War 10:07

6M ago10:07

10:07

Send us a Text Message. Colonel Jay R. Vargas dedicated his life to the United States Marine Corps. His defining moment came during the Vietnam War's Battle of Dai Do in 1968, where he served as a company commander. Vargas displayed exceptional leadership and courage, earning him the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration in the U.S. After…

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Episode 8.19 20:01

6M ago20:01

20:01

After Che Guevara left Cuba, he would try to led two revolutions in the Congo and in Bolivia, neither of which would succeed. He would be captured by the Bolivian Army and murdered in cold blood but he death, he would become an idea to many young people with left wing values.By Paul Kendrick

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US Air Force Sgt. John Levitow: Unbelievable Heroism during the Vietnam War 8:46

7M ago8:46

8:46

Send us a Text Message. USAF Sgt. John Levitow displayed uncommon valor while serving aboard Spooky 71, as a loadmaster during the Vietnam War. Badly wounded and facing certain death, John heroically pushed away his fears and saved the nine men aboard the aircraft. For his actions that day, John earned the Medal of Honor and I am honored to tell yo…

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Episode 8.18 20:05

7M ago20:05

20:05

An American U2 spy plane is shot down over Cuba by a Soviet Surface to Air missile. The tension between the United States and the Soviet Union increases but President Kennedy decides not to bomb Cuba. He uses a message from the Soviet leader to end the crisis and the Soviet nuclear missiles are withdrawn from Cuba.…

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Episode 8.17 20:04

7M ago20:04

20:04

An American U2 spy fight discovered Soviet missiles in Cuba. The American military chiefs wanted an invasion of Cuba but President Kennedy decides above a naval blockade of Cuba instead. President Kennedy address the nation on television to tell them of the Soviet missiles now based in Cuba.By Paul Kendrick

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US Army Tsgt William Bader: Silver Star Hero of WWII 11:42

7M ago11:42

11:42

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Duty & Valor you'll hear the story of US Army Tsgt. William Bader, a man who was awarded a Silver Star for saving the life of a fellow soldier. He was a hero to his nation and I'm honored to tell you his story. Please visit our website to learn more about other American Heroes. www.dutyandvalor.com Sources…

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Episode 8.16 20:02

7M ago20:02

20:02

The Soviets send nuclear weapons and fifty thousand military personal to Cuba, all without being observed by the Americans. The Soviet nuclear missiles pose a serious danger to the United States. A biography of the Soviet military commander in Cuba, General Pliev. In October 1963, an American U2 flight will plunge the world into crisis.…

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Episode 8.15 20:01

7M ago20:01

20:01

Cuban exiles with the secret support of the American Government would in 1961, attempt a landing on the south coast of Cuba at the Bay of Pigs. The invasion was crushed by the Cuban Army, President Kennedy would not allow the American military to become directly involved, although the American Government involvement soon became known.…

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US Navy RADM Joel T. Boone: Medal of Honor Hero to White House Physician 7:29

7M ago7:29

7:29

Send us a Text Message. Join us in this episode to hear the true story of Joel T. Boone, a decorated naval officer who rose from humble beginnings to become a legend. Hear of his heroic actions during World War I, which earned him the Medal of Honor, and follow his exemplary career serving his country with distinction. Discover how Dr. Boone went o…

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US Army SGM Kenneth Stumpf: Vietnam Medal of Honor Recipient 7:42

8M ago7:42

7:42

Send us a Text Message. Sergeant Major Kenneth Stumpf was more than just a soldier; he was a hero. This episode delves into the life of this remarkable individual, exploring his courageous actions during the Vietnam War and his impactful legacy. Kenneth Stumpf, a young man from Wisconsin, answered the call to duty during the Vietnam War. Serving th…

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Episode 8.14 20:43

8M ago20:43

20:43

When Fidel Castro took power in Cuba in 1959, his mask of being a liberal and a democrat fell. There would be no free elections in Cuba. Those who had fought in the Cuban revolution for a free and democratic Cuba would become the victims of repression, imprisonment and execution, another revolution was eating its children.…

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Episode 8.13 20:39

8M ago20:39

20:39

1958 saw the Guerrilla armies in Cuba grow in number. The Cuban Army was sent to crush Fidel Castro and his rebels in operation summer, it nearly success but Fidel Castro led his men out of a trap. The American Government turn against the Cuban dictator and he is forced to flee. In December 1958, the rebels overcame the Cuban Army.…

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Episode 8.12 20:23

8M ago20:23

20:23

During 1957, Fidel Castro guerrilla band would grow in numbers, they attacked isolated Army garrisons in Eastern Cuba and the Cuban Army would abandon parts of the countryside to the rebels. Fidel Castro would prove to a master of public relations and reassure the world he was a democrat not a Communist. A biography of his brother Raul.…

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US Army Staff Sergeant Ruben Rivers - Hero of the Black Panther Tank Battalion #usa #army #history 11:29

8M ago11:29

11:29

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Duty & Valor, the true story about the bravery and sacrifice of Army Staff Sergeant Ruben Rivers. As a member of the 761st Tank Battalion, The Black Panthers, during World War II, Rivers exemplified unwavering valor in the face of overwhelming odds during World War II. His remarkable leadership and selfles…

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Episode 8.11 20:05

8M ago20:05

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Fidel and Raul Castro would form a small army of Cuban exiles in Mexico, to train and return to Cuba, to try to overthrow the Cuban dictatorship. They would be joined by an Argentina doctor Che Guevara, his biography is given. They and eighty other rebels would travel back on a boat the Granma but within a few days most would be dead.…

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Episode 8.10 20:04

8M ago20:04

20:04

Fidel Castro in 1952, when Cuba fell under a military dictatorship. He founded the Movement an underground resistance to the Cuban Dictatorship. The Movement in July 1953 launched an attack on a army garrison the attack was a failure and Fidel and his brother Raul were sent to prison but not for long for they would be released and would go into exi…

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Episode 8.9 20:08

9M ago20:08

20:08

After the Spanish - American War, Americans dominated Cuba's economy. Elections are often were marred by fraud. In 1933 a revolution brought in a left wing Government but it lasted only a hundred days. It was overthrown by Batista a former sergeant who became Cuba's military strongman, he would overthrown another Democratically elected Government i…

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US Marine Corps Major General James Day: Medal of Honor Recipient During WWII 10:05

9M ago10:05

10:05

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Duty & Valor, we delve into the incredible true story of Major General James Day, a distinguished leader in the United States Marine Corps. From overcoming challenges to epitomizing the core values of the Marine Corps, Major General Day's journey is a testament to what it means to lead with honor, courage,…

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Episode 8.8 20:03

9M ago20:03

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The story of Latin America's most brutal dictator Trujillo who govern the Dominican Republic for 31 years and killed 50,000 of his people. Yet even after his death the country was political unstable and in 1965, President Johnson would sent American troops to the country to put down a left wing revolt. Also a look at decolonisation in the British W…

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Episode 8.7 20:07

9M ago20:07

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A political review of the states of South and Central America between 1945 and 1965. Sadly it will be a story mainly of dictators, repression, unstable political environments, corruption and poverty. Power largely in the hands of elites not the people. Armies more active in overthrowing their Governments than defending them.…

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