The Palmer Raids

This audiobook explores the history of American fear and government response to internal radical threats, from the first World War through the early Cold War era. It examines events such as the Red Scare, the suppression of suspected German-Americans, and the efforts led by figures like Attorney General A. Mitchell Palmer and J. Edgar Hoover to identify, detain, and deport radical individuals. Through these historical episodes, the narrative provides a factual overview of how national security concerns shaped U.S. policies and public perceptions during times of crisis.