Is it true that the Vatican accepted gold/art work in return for the safe haven of Nazi officers in Argentina? Anyone else have an opinion on the matter? I just heard this recently so I'm interested in the historical relevance of it.
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Sounds pretty likely to me.....the Catholic Church is one of the most corrupt organizations ever!
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Why don't you conduct some real academic research from reputable sources instead of asking for people's non-objective opinion? Do you really think you will get accurate historical information on a forum like this?
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To my greatest surprise it apparently did. You can find more information in Wikipedia (search for Ratlines).
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so did the Red Cross. a spokesman for the Red Cross said, "it's our duty to help people, not judge them". i saw a photo of , i think it was Martin Bohrman's passport......issued by the Vatican. one of my best friends is Catholic... he lent me a book on Catholic (and Luthern) involvement in WW2 Germany. most Catholics are probably unaware of this. my friend, Jim, is . he is fighting for church reform, including more involvement in human rights, and efforts to promote world peace.
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Yes, the Catholic Church has done some pretty un-Godly things.
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Ask for proof. Catholics- at the direction of the POPE- gave shelter to many Jews, often risking their own safety. Many Jewish men and women were hidden in convents and monasteries, the children in orphanages. The Popr even gave up his home in Castle Gandolfo to be used as a sanctuary.
