If Day: The Nazi Invasion of Winnipeg

On 19 February 1942, Nazi soldiers, tanks and planes invaded the capital of Manitoba. Seizing Winnipeg, they captured the Premier, Major and Governor General. They looted stores, burned books and threatened a death sentence without trial to all who opposed.This isn't some alternative history fiction. This was the brain child of the Greater Winnipeg Victory Loan organization.The event was a huge performance to raise money for the war effort, striking the fear of a real invasion into the heart of 'Friendly Manitoba'.Support us and access Premium Content:https://www.patreon.com/canadianpoliticsisboringLeave us a message: https://www.speakpipe.com/canadianpoliticsisboringSocials:twitch.tv/canadianpoliticsisboring/aboutInstagram: https://bit.ly/3yc6ujzTwitter: https://bit.ly/2Wp9IDoOur Merch Store:https://bit.ly/3sTWR7ZCPIB Podcast is hosted two idiots and created purely for entertainment purposes. By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the CPIB Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions presented in this Podcast are for general entertainment and humor only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. However, if we get it badly wrong and you wish to suggest a correction, please email [email protected] premium content, socials, merch, to leave a voicemail or message us go to canadaisboring.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.