Antony Sutton

Antony Sutton (1925-2002) was a British-American researcher and historian who specialized in exposing the relationships between Wall Street, international banking, and political movements. His work focused particularly on technology transfers between Western firms and authoritarian states, including Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. Sutton served as a professor of economics at California State University, Los Angeles, and was a Research Fellow at Stanford University's Hoover Institution from 1968 to 1973. During his time at the Hoover Institution, he produced his most influential work, a three-volume study titled "Western Technology and Soviet Economic Development." Through detailed research of archived documents and government records, Sutton published books revealing how Western technology aided the Soviet military-industrial complex. His other significant works include "Wall Street and the Rise of Hitler" and "America's Secret Establishment," which examined the influence of secret societies and financial institutions on global politics. The controversial nature of Sutton's findings led to his marginalization from mainstream academia, though his research methodology and use of primary sources have been noted for their thoroughness. His work continues to influence researchers studying the interconnections between international finance and geopolitical power structures.

Readers consistently praise Sutton's extensive use of government documents, detailed footnotes, and primary source citations. Reviewers note his methodical presentation of evidence linking Western corporations to the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany's industrial development. What readers liked: - Meticulous documentation and archival research - Clear writing style that makes complex financial relationships accessible - Original source materials and government records supporting key claims What readers disliked: - Dense technical details about industrial production and patents - Limited narrative flow due to focus on documentary evidence - Some readers find his conclusions too absolute Ratings across platforms: Amazon: 4.5/5 average across major titles (500+ reviews) Goodreads: 4.3/5 for "Wall Street and the Rise of Hitler" (300+ ratings) 4.4/5 for "America's Secret Establishment" (200+ ratings) Reader quote: "Sutton lets the documents speak for themselves - whether you agree with his interpretations or not, the primary source evidence he presents is indisputable." - Amazon reviewer

Wall Street and the Bolshevik Revolution (1974) Examines Western financial support for the Bolsheviks during the Russian Revolution, backed by extensive documentation from State Department files and personal papers.

Wall Street and the Rise of Hitler (1976) Documents the financial and industrial connections between American corporations and Nazi Germany before and during World War II.

Wall Street and FDR (1975) Analyzes Franklin D. Roosevelt's relationship with Wall Street firms and their influence on New Deal policies.

Western Technology and Soviet Economic Development (1968-1973, three volumes) Details the transfer of Western technology to the Soviet Union from 1917 to 1965, based on research conducted at the Hoover Institution.

National Suicide: Military Aid to the Soviet Union (1973) Examines how Western military technology was transferred to the Soviet Union during the Cold War period.

America's Secret Establishment: An Introduction to the Order of Skull & Bones (1983) Investigates the Yale secret society Skull & Bones and its members' influence in American institutions.

The Best Enemy Money Can Buy (1986) Describes how Western technology was used to build Soviet military power during the Cold War.

The Federal Reserve Conspiracy (1995) Chronicles the creation and development of the Federal Reserve System and its relationship with private banking interests.

Trilaterals Over Washington (1978, with Patrick M. Wood) Analyzes the Trilateral Commission's influence on American domestic and foreign policy.

How the Order Creates War and Revolution (1984) Explores the role of secret societies and financial interests in major historical conflicts.

Carroll Quigley wrote about the influence of international banking networks and power structures on global affairs. His work "Tragedy & Hope" covers similar territory to Sutton's research on financial influence and institutional power.

Gary Allen investigated connections between financial elites and political movements, including Wall Street's role in revolutionary changes. His focus on monetary power structures parallels Sutton's work on banking and geopolitical control.

Eustace Mullins researched central banking systems and wrote about hidden financial influences in world events. His investigations into the Federal Reserve System complement Sutton's analysis of monetary control mechanisms.

G. Edward Griffin documented the creation of the Federal Reserve and international banking relationships. His research methodology mirrors Sutton's approach to uncovering institutional connections between finance and politics.

Ferdinand Lundberg examined wealth concentration and elite family dynasties in America's power structure. His analysis of industrial and banking networks aligns with Sutton's work on corporate power centers.