S2 E13: The Ustasha : World War 2 Forgotten Evil

Croatia, located in southeastern Europe along the Adriatic Sea, is known for its stunning coastline, picturesque islands, and historic cities. The country boasts a diverse landscape that includes rocky shores, pristine beaches, and lush national parks. The ancient city of Dubrovnik, with its well-preserved walls and charming streets, is a highlight. Inland, you'll find rolling hills, vineyards, and historic towns like Split with its Roman influence. Croatia's rich cultural heritage, combined with its natural beauty, makes it a popular destination for travelers seeking both relaxation and exploration.

       Behind the some what idyllic persona the modern country has now it’s history has an uglier face. The evils of war shone light on this face during The wars of Yugoslavia which showed the lengths that some can go to in a bid for independence and retribution, as ethnic cleansing and war crimes prevailed throughout that conflicts. 

      Before all of this pain and torment there was and earlier scare, a scare that has been forgotten or well hidden, a scare that has festered behind the many taboos that arose during the Second World War, a scare that not even the nazi themselves could contain once they’ed open Pandora’s box.

 

Hi everyone and welcome back to the dark history podcast where we explore the darkest parts of human history. hope everyone is well I’m Rob your host as always. Welcome to the new episode, The Ustacha: World war 2 forgotten evil, yeah this one is going to be dark and I mean very dark, So the usual obligatory warnings apply. I am not one to sensors the harsh truth of topics that I have covered, I have become somewhat desensitized what I read and research but this one is horrendous. If you are continuing with this episode I will begin.  During World War II, Croatia was part of the Axis Powers and established the Independent State of Croatia (NDH) in 1941 under the leadership of the Ustasha regime. The NDH was a puppet state aligned with Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy. The Ustasha government pursued a policy of extreme nationalism and ethnic cleansing, targeting Serbs, Jews, Roma, and other minority groups. I know what your think, Rob this is no different to any other fascist ideology of the time, and in some respects you are right but the depths of evil this government went to had the Nazis cutting ties with their own creation because they were to extreme. So without further ado please sit back and relax next to the fire for more dark history.

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