Show notes
Why is the German national anthem the most controversial of all? Is it true that it is Austrian in origin? And, what happened when Germany split after the Second World War? Did it perhaps lead to an absolute banger in the form of East Germany’s new anthem..?Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the history of Germany and its various different anthems._______Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com.To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters_______Advertise with us: [email protected]_______Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations._______Twitter:@TheRestHistory@holland_tom@dcsandbrookVideo Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry BaldenProducers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom JohnsonLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices