Why was Conrad von Hötzendorf allowed to command an army?

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In short: This episode of Out of the Trenches examines the leadership of the Austro-Hungarian Empire during the Great War, specifically questioning the command of Chief of Staff Conrad von Hötzendorf.

The video explores the controversial military leadership of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It seeks to explain the circumstances that allowed Conrad von Hötzendorf to serve as Chief of Staff during the First World War.

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