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FDR on Policing the World: Hitler's Threat

Clip: Season 24 | 1m 53s

In 1938, Roosevelt faced growing aggression from Hitler, and broadcast a personal appeal to the German leader, asking him to halt further assaults. In reply, Hitler ridiculed the president with withering sarcasm.

Aired: 10/31/11

Rating: NR

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