Chapter 1: Hitler's Intrigued Vision of America

Adolf Hitler harbored a fascination with the thought of New York City engulfed in flames, leading to various schemes aimed at attacking the United States. While Japan considered high-altitude balloons for destruction, the Nazis devised even bolder plans. Let us delve into the four primary strategies Hitler contemplated for assaulting the U.S.:

1. Rocket-Equipped U-Boat

The Nazis made remarkable strides in submarine and rocket technology. The type XXI U-boat marked a significant advancement in underwater combat, capable of remaining submerged far longer than its contemporaries. Wernher von Braun's V1 and V2 rockets laid the groundwork for future space travel and intercontinental ballistic missiles. However, the Nazis sought to merge these technologies by integrating missiles with submarines.

Initially, they attempted to mount nebelwerfers, a German version of rocket launchers, on submarines to strike enemy ships. Unfortunately, this approach faced numerous challenges, including frequent misses and a significant reduction in submarine speed due to the added weight. By late 1944, with the successful development of the V1 and V2 rockets, the Nazis envisioned a plan to attack the continental U.S. using a specialized container towed by a submarine. Once off the coast, the rocket would be positioned vertically and launched toward New York City. However, the war's outcome prevented this plan from coming to fruition.

The first video titled "Hitler's Plans for USA If He Won" delves into the various strategies that Hitler devised for attacking America, showcasing the ambitious yet ultimately futile efforts of the Nazi regime.

2. Infiltration by Saboteurs (Operation Pastorius)

Operation Pastorius was a covert initiative to implant saboteurs within American society. Eight Germans fluent in English underwent extensive training in explosives and were briefed on U.S. current events. In June 1942, two submarines landed these saboteurs on American shores—one group near New York and another in Florida. Their mission aimed to sabotage critical infrastructure and incite chaos.

However, the leader of the New York group, George John Dasch, along with Ernst Burger, chose to betray their comrades by informing the FBI. While Dasch and Burger served time before being sent back to Germany post-war, the remaining saboteurs faced execution.

3. The Amerikabomber Project

In 1942, Hermann Göring, head of the Luftwaffe, initiated plans for the Amerikabomber, a long-range heavy bomber. They evaluated several aircraft, including the Messerschmitt Me 264, Junkers Ju 390, and Heinkel He 277, hoping to use the Azores as a launch base. However, tests revealed that these aircraft could not carry a sufficient bomb load for a round trip to the U.S. The project's failure was compounded by the Portuguese decision to allow the Allies to utilize the Azores, leading to its cancellation.

4. The Silbervogel: A Conceptual Space Bomber

Fascinated by advanced weaponry, Hitler was drawn to the concept of the Silbervogel, envisioned by Austrian engineer Eugen Sänger. This bomber was designed to reach sub-orbital heights, launching from a massive rail system before deploying its rocket engines. The aircraft would deliver bombs to the U.S. and continue to Japanese territories in the Pacific. Despite its innovative design, the project was shelved in favor of more conventional technologies.

Hitler understood that the Nazis lacked the resources for a successful invasion of the U.S. He envisioned that future generations of Nazis could achieve this after securing the Soviet Union’s resources. Although the Nazis aimed to launch attacks like Operation Pastorius or bombard New York with long-range bombers, they recognized that the actual damage would likely be minimal. Their primary goal was to instill fear in the American public, reminding them that no place was safe from their reach.

The second video titled "These Were Hitler's Plans For The U.S. If He'd Won WWII" elaborates on the strategic ambitions of the Nazis and their unrealized aspirations for attacking America during the war.