Hedy Lamarr: 5. Pianos and patents

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Jul 29, 202528:10Society & Culture

The Hollywood star wants to help defeat Hitler, so Hedy Lamarr comes up with an invention. Troubled by what is happening in the Second World War, Hedy works with the avant-garde composer, George Antheil on an idea. Franc...

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