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The Wondry! It's May 34 in the Kaiserhof Hotel in Berlin, Germany.

58-year-old automotive engineer Ferdinand Porsche follows a man in a black military uniform along a hallway.

Ferdinand's breathing heavily, struggling to keep up, but the young officer pays no attention to

Ferdinand's discomfort. He rounds a corner quickly and approaches a door to a private meeting room.

Without waiting for an answer, the officer opens the door,

then stands back and gestures to Ferdinand to enter. Seated at a desk inside is a small man wearing

a neat suit. His hair parted to the side. Catching his breath, Ferdinand nods and greeting.

Good morning, Herr Hitler.

Adolf Hitler, the Chancellor of Germany, looks up from a document he's reading.

A few months ago, Hitler announced his intention to rejuvenate the German automotive industry by building a new car that ordinary people could afford.

It's exactly the kind of vehicle that Ferdinand has dreamed of building for almost a decade.

So as soon as he heard about Hitler's plans, he put his name in for consideration.

Looking at Ferdinand, Hitler waves the paper he's holding in the air.

I have your telegram. You wish to offer your company's services to the Reich.

Ferdinand is surprised by Hitler's quiet voice and relaxed demeanor.

It's quite different from the fiery, impassioned speeches he's famous for.

Yes, I'm pleased you receive it, Herr Hitler.

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