Short Stuff: Battle of Itter Castle

This podcast episode of "Short Stuff" features Josh, Chuck, and Jerry discussing the Battle of Castle Itter, one of the last battles in the European theater of World War II. The hosts detail the historical context, explaining how the castle, once a VIP prison for high-value prisoners, became the site of an unusual alliance between Germans, Americans, and French forces against the Nazis. They recount key events, including the arrival of the "butcher of Dachau," the escape of a Yugoslavian handyman who sought help from American troops, and the eventual siege of the castle by the Waffen SS. The hosts describe the ragtag group defending the castle, the death of German Major Sepp Gangl, and the arrival of Major Kramer's tanks, which led to the end of the battle and the liberation of the prisoners.