EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 18 MIN
The Widow Who Made Hitler Scream
from The Rest of History · host Podcaster
In 1936, a stubborn Austrian innkeeper's widow refused to sell her tiny house to the Nazi Party—even when they wanted to tear it down to build a monument to Hitler's birthplace. Her decade-long battle became a thorn in the Führer's side and accidentally preserved one of history's most uncomfortable landmarks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In 1936, a stubborn Austrian innkeeper's widow refused to sell her tiny house to the Nazi Party—even when they wanted to tear it down to build a monument to Hitler's birthplace. Her decade-long battle became a thorn in the Führer's side and accidentally preserved one of history's most uncomfortable landmarks.
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