Allied Looting in World War II

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The historical text uncovers the extensive looting carried out by Allied forces during World War II, highlighting their theft of economic wealth and cultural artifacts from the Germans and other nations. It chronicles the fascinating journey of the Hungarian Crown Treasure, detailing its movement from Austria to Fort Knox and back to Hungary. Additionally, the book discusses various lost treasures, including invaluable artworks and rare manuscripts, such as the earliest known printing by the Gutenberg press, shedding light on a lesser-known aspect of wartime plunder.