William Joyce
Pro-Axis propaganda broadcaster
Born
April 24th, 1906
119 years ago
Died
January 3rd, 1946
79 years ago — 39 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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A broadcaster with a focus on pro-Axis propaganda during World War II, migrated to Germany and began his career with the Nazi regime. Gained attention through radio broadcasts directed at British audiences, creating a distinct identity as 'Lord Haw-Haw'. Captured after the war, faced a trial for treason in the UK.
Led radio propaganda efforts for Nazi Germany
Broadcasted as 'Lord Haw-Haw' to British listeners
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