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Realistically, how frequently to you hear the infamous 20th century leader referred to as "Adolph Hitler" today, as opposed to just "Hitler" (or, "literally Hitler")? I think by 2029 the fact that his first name was "Adolph" will fall into the pile of "mostly obscure history facts".


Totally disagree. I call Hitler "Hitler", but whenever I hear the name "Adolf" I think of Hitler as well. That name is done in America.


Things can change in another generation. By 2029, American kids born after 9/11 will be having and naming kids of their own, so "Osama" might be the #1 name to avoid, with WW2 less significant in their perceptions.




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