London (dpa) – Why was Adolf Hitler the way he was? As simple as the question sounds, even over 80 years after the Nazi dictator's death, an answer remains elusive — and every new attempt to explain it stirs controversy. A new British documentary now aims to shed light on the issue by analysing Hitler’s DNA. Doubts remain about the methods and conclusions, but a lasting fascination surrounding this topic endures nonetheless. The documentary, titled "Hitler’s DNA: Blueprint of a Dictator", claims to identify specific genetic traits in Hitler’s DNA for the first time. Airing in the United Kingdom on Saturday, the documentary is being promoted with the strapline: "For the first time ever, experts identify Hitler’s DNA. What do his genes reveal about Hitler's heritage and origins, his neurolog

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