The Pope at War
The Secret History of Pius XII, Hitler, and Mussolini
Book • 2022
In *The Pope at War*, David I. Kertzer explores the controversial role of Pope Pius XII during World War II, using thousands of previously unseen documents from the Vatican and other archives.
The book reveals how Pius XII prioritized the preservation of the Catholic Church over moral leadership, despite having knowledge of Nazi atrocities.
It provides a detailed account of the pope's interactions with Hitler and Mussolini, shedding light on the complex political dynamics of the time.
The book reveals how Pius XII prioritized the preservation of the Catholic Church over moral leadership, despite having knowledge of Nazi atrocities.
It provides a detailed account of the pope's interactions with Hitler and Mussolini, shedding light on the complex political dynamics of the time.
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