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Traitors of History: 14 Infamous Figures Who Turned on Their Country

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14. William Joyce (‘Lord Haw-Haw’)

15. William Joyce ('Lord Haw-Haw')
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William Joyce, infamously known as ‘Lord Haw-Haw‘, became the voice of Nazi propaganda during World War II. Through English-language radio broadcasts, Joyce sought to demoralize British listeners and spread misinformation on behalf of the Third Reich. After the war, he was captured, tried, and executed for treason—becoming one of the most notorious traitors in British history. His broadcasts and ultimate fate serve as a stark reminder of the power of words in wartime.

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