Why Are Manchester United Called the Red Devils?

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Manchester United’s “Red Devils” nickname came from nearby Salford’s rugby league team and was adopted under manager Sir Matt Busby in the 1960s. The connection links two different sports through a shared local nickname. UEFA’s account traces Salford’s name to a French journalist who called the team “Les Diables Rouges” in 1934. That phrase means “the Red Devils.” UEFA says Busby later took a liking to the name. The Premier League’s crest history also credits him with adopting it from Salford. The nickname became a visual part of United’s identity: its badge includes a red devil holding a pitchfork below a three-masted ship. The ship has a separate origin in Manchester’s coat of arms and trading history. A single crest therefore combines a symbol of the city with a nickname borrowed from its sporting neighbourhood.  

Who was Adolf Hitler?

Hitler was a dictator who ruled Germany from 1933 to 1945 and started World War 11. Hitler was born in Austria in 1889. He was decorated for his bravery in the World War I, although Germany was defeated in this war. After the war, he formed the National Socialist Party or 'Nazis' and took over Germany as chancellor in 1933. Within six months, Hitler eliminated all rival political parties. He led Germany into World War 11 in 1939 and conquered most of the Europe. Millions of people were killed in the Nazi camps. He persecuted Jews. By 1945, Germany was crushed by Britain, Russia and United States. Hitler committed suicide to avoid capture.

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