Holy Silence | Clip | Evidence of the Holocaust
As news began to emerge of the mass murder of Jews across Europe, Pope Pius XII continued to maintain his position of silence and neutrality.
As news began to emerge of the mass murder of Jews across Europe, Pope Pius XII continued to maintain his position of silence and neutrality.
Take a fresh look at a topic that has sparked controversy for decades. During the years leading up to WWII, what was the Vatican's reaction to the rise of Adolf Hitler and Nazi Germany? After the war began, how did the pope respond to the horrors of the Holocaust? In telling that story, "Holy Silence" focuses on American officials who worked behind the scenes to influence the Vatican's actions.