Grand Theft Otto - Skorzeny & 'The Spider' Network

[@NickAndriadze]

Grand Theft Otto is a top tier pun I must say. Also, it astounds me how you constantly keep finding the best historical footage for your videos, amazing stuff.

[@UnusSedLeo-w5l]

I'm honored I could give a 666th like to this comment. It all suits Otto so well.

[@philcassidy3823]

​@@UnusSedLeo-w5l it literally does not It suits allies better Operation "overlord" was launched on the 6th month, the 6th day at 6a.m in the morning

[@hagestad]

Otto was a top tier Nazi for a guy with a Slavic family name

[@user-xh3wr1do7k]

@@philcassidy3823No it didn’t at all. It was supposed to have been on 5th June. Either way, Overlord began at around midnight with Neptune beginning after 6am.

[@philcassidy3823]

@@user-xh3wr1do7k 2300, 5 June 1944 Around this time the British and American airborne troops begin taking off from bases in England. They will be the first Allied soldiers to land in Normandy, by glider and parachute, in the early hours of the following morning. 0000, 6 June 1944 The Allied fleet makes its way across the English Channel. Leading the way are the minesweepers, which clear a safe route for the other ships. Will the Germans detect that the Allies are on their way? 0600 Support landing craft begin to fire guns and rockets against German defences along the beach. Utah beach Airborne landings begin 0015 H-Hour, beach landings 0630 Omaha beach H-hour 0630 Juno beach H-Hour On Mike Sector: 0735 On Nan Sector: 0745 Gold beach H-Hour 0725 Sword beach Airborne landings begin 0016 H-Hour, Beach landings 0725

[@doberski6855]

Skorzeny is just one of those larger then life individuals of history, who I never get bored hearing about. Thank you Dr. Felton for another excellent historical video!

[@alerojas2952]

He was a rat

[@TheMBBenton]

@@alerojas2952 He was based.

[@alerojas2952]

@@TheMBBenton For dull people such as yourself, sure.

[@markuswx1322]

He and Gehlen are figures who evoke a sneaking admiration despite their evil deeds. Most garden variety profiteers and grifters are also weasels and cowards. It’s a classic case of giving the devil his due. That facial scar is known as a _Schmiss_ acquired in a dueling contest in his university days.

[@alexanderordinary2110]

You should check out Joseph farrell's work on this stuff. It goes much deeper than you can imagine. fascinating stuff

[@Lockbar]

My father was a guest at a party in Spain in the early 1950's hosted by a German business man. Otto Skorzeny showed up in full SS uniform wearing is decorations. My father was heavily involved in the Danish resistance during the war and had the oppertunity to chat with Skorzeny for a while. It's a weird world.

[@tbones8733]

did he get an autograph?

[@Axteffekt]

The danish resistance, that did nothing in wartime, but killed german kids after the war when they finally felt tough?

[@John-y5i3l]

@@Axteffekt This is more a case of the sins of their fathers being shat on their children

[@IoannisC.Dalietos]

At the end... Its all about business... From the time money appeared, ethics stop existed.

[@YankeeCommie]

Life is weird man. This is completely true. I met one of Osama Bin Ladens sons in the bathroom of a bar in Zurich named the American bar. Lol

[@kingofsnakes1000]

I'm not going to lie, if Skorzeny's life became a film, I'd be first in line to watch it.

[@ianbrett3276]

I'd be right behind you

[@WgCdrLuddite]

The interesting thing about this is how many of the bad guys got away. One could speculate the same thing would happen when Putin's regime falls.

[@richardthomas598]

Another dude who idolizes frauds, war criminals and Nazis.

[@rosesandsongs21]

People in line don't watch movies, they wait! OF COURSE I'd be there too, Skorzy's List?

[@gestucvolonor5069]

In today's world he would probably be black and a lesbian

[@andidollinger7062]

Hands down one of the most fascinating ww2 charcters.

[@PhillipFelix-kw3zi]

Absolutely, a real man of genius. A Bond villain one cannot help but to like.

[@daszieher]

​@@PhillipFelix-kw3zieven admire, although, quite honestly, I would have never wanted to meet him in person.

[@cricketerfrench7501]

sorry call me old fashioned but I don't admire him at all.

[@js70371]

@@cricketerfrench7501at the very least one must offer the man a begrudging respect

[@user-mn1vz5ew7o]

😂 Ze nazi 007 😂

[@projektkobra2247]

This guy needs a movie.

[@g2thoroughbred]

i.GTO ii.Hugo Stiglitz Movies please

[@frankstefini3392]

@@projektkobra2247 Nobody would do it accurately.

[@frankperkin124]

As long as communist Hollywood is not involved.

[@TheFunkadelicFan]

He'd make a great Bond villain.

[@ArtieKendall]

I remember watching part of The Odessa File on the History channel back in its glory days. Judging by all his photos, Skorzeny didn't seem too camera shy. The film makers probably could have gotten him to make a cameo appearance if they simply asked.

[@herschelmayo2727]

A hundred Hollywood writers couldn't write a plot more exciting or unbelievable as the truth.

[@ohioisastate8574]

Aka jews

[@pspboy7]

Amazing how complex that WW2 was. Never seems to be an end to all the stories that can be told.

[@nucleja]

biggest war ever to be fair..

[@feolender2938]

I like to tell the story about Chruchill being deep in debt and being a warmongering homosexual drunk. I like that story

[@mike_dunno]

@@feolender2938You're Z arent you?

[@soyboymotivation]

Heres more. The documentary - Europa the last battle. Available for Free on the net.

[@claudecarlyle9284]

@@soyboymotivation "Watch this documentary which gets basic historical facts incorrect every minute, recommended by oddballs who can't read scholarly books because their attention spans have been zapped by being terminally online."

[@duncanluciak5516]

Guy lived on the edge.

[@dr.barrycohn5461]

Good one. Lived on the edge, ha ha.

[@PhillipFelix-kw3zi]

He was the edge

[@bradsanders6954]

As is often seen, doing anything you want right out in the open, can be successful. Take it all, dont look back, plan the next move quick. Do it like you mean it.

[@whisthpo]

"If your not living on the 'edge' your taking up too much space! "

[@megremisfamily4music]

@@dr.barrycohn5461

[@MatthewPetersheim]

Your videos help me get through severe depression and loneliness. Thank you sir 💯

[@gunswiththedutchman]

You're not alone. Wherever you are, go find a military collector show.

[@MatthewPetersheim]

@@gunswiththedutchman Yes I definitely will.

[@Shortparks]

Keep your head up my dude!

[@AlGrant-bh9or]

Been there and it's terrible. I wish you the best way out. I had to get medication (sert). It helps a lot. Also got rid of a situational root cause.

[@MatthewPetersheim]

@@Shortparks I will thanks 💯

[@janhaanstra2245]

Just the title alone is brilliant, and then I haven't watched the video yet. A deep bow for dr. Felton!

[@andycraig7734]

The title is great, but wait until you see the funeral photo caption. 🤣 It's good to make fun of bad people whenever possible.

[@chartreux1532]

I work as German Historian for the IFZ in Munich and my paternal Grandfather met Otto Skorzeny during a few "Veteran Meetups" back in the Mid-60s. Got some great Photos of him with my Grandfather and Grandmother. Definitely a controversial Figure, with lots of Myths surrounding him but also a lot of amazing Accomplishments. I definitely recommend reading his Book but of course take it with a Grain of Salt like you should with every Book written by any War Veteran (no matter the Country). Prost & Cheers from Berchtesgaden in the Bavarian Alps

[@charonboat6394]

So, it is a myth that Adolf escaped to Argentina.

[@markrossow6303]

C00L

[@chartreux1532]

Oh and for those curious about the Name of the Book: "My Commando Operations - Otto Skorzeny". It's free to read and/or rent on the Archive Website and also rather cheap for Kindle on Amazon etc. As a Historian what he's saying is rather accurate, but of course he seems boastful many Times, but what do you expect of a Guy like that? It's basically like reading Books of Navy Seals and Green Berets throughout History, lots of boasting included obviously

[@theobradley5926]

​@@chartreux1532will seek out and immerse myself in a version off history that is seldom referenced. Many thanks

[@salvadorromero9712]

Why were Skorzeny's charges dropped simply because the Allies _contemplated_ doing something similar? It did not in general embarrass the Allies that a huge bulk of their charges either had no apparent legitimacy under international law at the time, or were crimes that the Allies themselves were rather grotesquely guilty of. My understanding is that the "semilegitimate" nature of the trials were in essence a sort of American-brokered compromise between Stalin, who wanted full show trials in his favored style, and Churchill, who was repulsed at the idea of such a mockery of judiciary procedure and simply wanted everyone unapologetically shot. Coyness seems like a pretty odd explanation of Skorzeny's treatment.

[@claytonmiller3898]

'Stiff Arm Syndrome' got me!

[@RobARug]

A lot of that going around in those days.

[@kokop.1610]

Age of gooners😂

[@inisipisTV]

Reminds me of Dr. Strangelove.😂

[@RobARug]

@@inisipisTV Mein Fuhrer! I can walk!

[@emanuelrivera8048]

@@inisipisTV”I can walk” hahaha

[@BTR-xw4of]

Otto Skorzany was one of Hitler's most innovative and ruthlessly effective senior Officers. The raid by glider to 'free' Benito M was historically epic. The 'Fallschirmjager soldiers pre dated the US 101/Airborne parachutists - they were a brilliant and skilled fanatical, professional and efficiently effective unit. Today's Fallschirmjager' German units still retain the original beret insignia, only the Swastika has been replaced with the German Flag at the bottom of their beret badge. Skorzeny was also HUGE in terms of getting thousands of German and Waffen SS soldiers 'out' of a defeated Germany via HIAG and other NGO's, and this also included to some extent the Vatican. Like the iconic legend Joseph 'Sepp' Dietrich his funeral was attended not only by his former comrades - but by allied Officers, he was deeply respected and highly regarded. A genuine innovator who served his country magnificently. Yes, he 'remains' controversial. But a legend.

[@josephperreault997]

You are the FedEx of history. You always deliver !

[@ClassicCinemaSerialsMovies]

My Uncle worked on his Farm in Ireland, described him as a gentleman and good employer. He was something of a celeb

[@celtbell]

Yep..well respected in killcullen

[@martinbrennan86]

Is that Herbie Sheehan

[@martinbrennan86]

Tom Long had the farm after him !

[@martinbrennan86]

I grew up in Ballysax

[@johnw.peterson4311]

Mark you are a pure historic genius. The best.

[@PaulBriden]

This man was many things but a fool was not one of them. He was not the only one with his hands in the pot, many Americans did well too. Thanks for posting.

[@Davivd2]

The man certainly didn't live a boring life. He started his own mercenary group which if it wasn't the first of it's kind, was one of the first. The blue print for Blackwater mercs of today. He's the closest thing that the world has known to a real life Bond villain.

[@TheWilferch]

Or Blacklist's Raymond "Red" Reddington..... a bad guy to admire........

[@Jorvaskrr]

Still doesn't seem as evulz as the talking heads from WEF.

[@Davivd2]

@@Jorvaskrr God man. They are even taking over management of archaeological sites and stopping excavation. Flexing their power just for the sake of flexing their power. Archaeology has nothing to do with the WEF.

[@jmtproductions3650]

The real life Blofeld.

[@cameronspence4977]

Blackwater doesnt really exist anymore. They joined another company called triple canopy I think and they're some generic security service name now

[@anthonyburke5656]

You omitted his participation in the attack on Eben Emanuel in Belgium. It’s no secret that Skorzeny was “de-briefed” by the Americans for months, then employed by Gehlen, then, with US sponsorship appointed head of Spains Secret Service. He also worked for BOTH the Egyptians AND the Israeli intelligence agencies.

[@govinda102000]

If he wasn't working for II, than he would have been killed. I'm sure he helped Isreal with a few of the most wanted by them.

[@TexasTeaHTX]

Skorzeny is like a bond villain who happens to be the protagonist in the story.

[@WalkSkyWalker]

I was thinking the same thing, it’s like he’s Bond from the (N*zi) German perspective

[@toddwebb7521]

He's literally the Basis for Blofeld per Ian Fleming

[@gudgengrebe]

Exactly!

[@philiph6456]

@@toddwebb7521 Yes.....look at Ernst Stavro Blofeld's biography (I forget if it is in for your eyes only or On her Majesty's Secret Service) ....it is Otto Skorzeny's biography.....and SPECTRE is analogous to Der Spinne

[@frankstefini3392]

No he isn’t !

[@Pipermillen]

Although he was the enemy you just can't help admiring him. A myth and a legend.

[@pavijan]

Enemy in one moment, Friend in another.

[@edmundgonzalez8731]

Grand Theft Otto... You never cease to amuse while educating and producing outstanding content.

[@minxythemerciless]

He was also an incredible egotist. When he rescued Mussolini He insisted on flying out with him as a photo-op dangerously overloading the aircraft and risking killing Mussolini.

[@adrianotero7963]

You could not do the things he accomplished and not be an egotist.....it goes hand in hand.

[@kingkoi6542]

One would think you'd need an attitude like Alexander in order to take over the known world...

[@ScottLaVoie-yz3yy]

That would have real loss! 🎉

[@evelynzlon9492]

That can only mean that he was being an a-hole to assert Germany's newfound technological and scientific superiority over Italy. Even at his own risk. Unnecessarily. This although Italy was Germany's ally in the war. The Ottoman Empire was also Germany's ally but Hitler had Nazis of the highest rank who discriminated against brown people. Mussolini was probably genuinely executed after the war but there's no physical evidence that Hitler actually committed suicide. He most likely escaped to Argentina. It's not so bad to be an Italian in this world. Egypt has the world's lowest suicide rate. However Hitler was still intent on establishing his supremacy in this pecking order.

[@ScottLaVoie-yz3yy]

Well I shan't worry about it

[@rolanddesoignie8716]

Older cousin told me that Skorzeny lived in the same apartment building in Madrid during the Franco years. They gave him a wide berth.

[@Odessa45]

Your cousin is a wise man LOL

[@wirelessone2986]

The same apartment building as your cousin or Franco?

[@benwood7584]

Martinstonwn house estate.. county Kildale ireland

[@marcusott2973]

When was that? In the mid 70's? I know his daughter from work, she used to work as an AD in TV movies in Vienna. I worked with her for some time before somebody told me that she's Skorzenys daughter.

[@Axteffekt]

@@marcusott2973 If you would be able to comprehend anything in the video, you would know that Skorzeny died in August 1975.

[@rustynail2205]

Doctor Felton, this title is a classic - it’s Otto-this world. 😅 On a serious note, another great story you shared today.

[@JordanYoung.4.21.92]

It’s already a great morning and then Herr Doktor Felton drops a video. Have a great day everyone!

[@jips123]

Jawohl!

[@JordanYoung.4.21.92]

@@jips123 Jawohl! 🫡

[@RubyMarkLindMilly]

Superb as always what a character like a German James Bond

[@marvwatkins7029]

Great job as always. As I said before, a biopic of this man and his amazing life must be made.

[@reallyhappenings5597]

Too provocative! Good luck with financing.

[@ziroja]

I read about him, and finally, somebody made a video about his life. Great job Mark 👏

[@jonathancarlson6127]

Guy's weapon of choice was a British made silenced Sten. All he needed was some boss music and he'd be a real-life video game character.

[@PhillipFelix-kw3zi]

That's interesting, I think that the pistol he is pointing is a Luger. A man of good taste.

[@markrossow6303]

​@PhillipFelix-kw3zi yes, can see the Luger slide-grip on top (no I am not going to google the correct part name, but it is the upward hinging part) and also the distinctive slope of the grip -- the Luger has a very natural hand-pointing grip, vs. more vertical on other automatic pistols (fun fact -- East Germany assembled Luger pistols from left over parts post WW2)

[@PhillipFelix-kw3zi]

@@markrossow6303 I would love to own one,a true piece of art.

[@michaeleastes1705]

Another excellent chapter from Mark Felton. Keep them coming, good Sir!

[@davidprendergast4068]

Thank you Mr Felton for another fascinating episode.I had heard for along time that he had a place in Kildare Ireland but you confirmed it.

[@tomparatube6506]

It's in his memoir.

[@scottlewisparsons9551]

Thank you Mark for another brilliant video. All the best from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

[@MrDersuUzala]

The moment Skorzeny levelled his Walther at me when I opened KZbin and saw my first video tile option, I knew then that I'd had it.

[@richardmayes8797]

"F around and find out" personified. Would be interesting to know the background of that photo...

[@southerncharity7928]

It’s actually a Luger

[@johnfarrell9484]

Another brilliant documentary mark,it never ceases to amaze me,your idept research,of military documentaries.

[@fleetcenturion]

1:10 - "Operation: Panzerfaust" was also known as "Operation: Maus," which is how Skorzeny refers to it in his memoirs. Horthy's son was smuggled out of the city, rolled up in a carpet, as Skorzeny and his Waffen SS troops pretended to be drunk soldiers, who had appropriated the rug-- singing as they marched to their destination. ... And that, boys & girls, is the true origin of the "Mickey Mouse March." Sleep tight!

[@markrossow6303]

t.y.

[@eavyeavy2864]

Should I know every mickey story?😂 Get a life

[@Markku_Mannisto]

​@@eavyeavy2864 You sound mad and sad, ever considered getting one yourself?

[@gregorgerzson1767]

Yeah, then only false fact in the video is because of this Hungary kept fight on the side of Germany. Horthy did read his proclamation anyway, but the hungarians (soldiers, politicans and the volk) just not romanians. Nobody really followed Horthy in the path of betrayer.

[@michaelburke5481]

Amazing character worthy of a Hollywood film!!

[@frankperkin124]

Hollywood would just screw it up.

[@sailordude2094]

A real life Kelley's Heroes caper. I wonder if Otto ever watched it in a theater ? If he did, I bet he was entertained! Thanks Mark!

[@richardbeckenbaugh1805]

He died about the time Kelley’s Heroes was made.

[@inisipisTV]

@@richardbeckenbaugh1805- Kelly's Heroes was shown in 1970. He died in 1975. So, yeah. He could have watched it in theaters in Spain.

[@BecauseWhyNot660]

Always the best, Mark Felton Productions! I love your work!

[@kimchiwasabee]

1000 bonus points for the title. Much respect. 👍👍👍

[@ChrisBennettGameDesign]

I could easily listen to an hour of this.

[@SkinE-Vadee-Veechee]

This guy needs a movie. Created by Mark Felton of course. Interesting stuff for sure. Well done.

[@JoseJia032]

That's a fantastic title! Otto does deserve ‘GTO’.

[@torsenlabs21]

Fantastic, please more on ghelen and possibly the dulles connection...

[@k.r.baylor8825]

Dr. Felton could make an entire series about this man and his life after May 1945. If he declines, there are some excellent biographies out there about this fascinating rogue, such as "Otto Skorzeny: The Devils Disciple, by Stuart Smith. Another is "The Skorzeny Papers" by MAJ Ralph Ganis, which discusses Skorzeny's possible involvement in the JFK assassination.

[@something7239]

Otto is one of those characters you're supposed to hate, however you can't help but be impressed and intrigued by them. Certainly one of the craziest lives ever lived.

[@luhman16afaintstar-q3y]

Why are we supposed to hate him.

[@jamesirbensonmum3514]

@@luhman16afaintstar-q3y Well, there might be some clues in the video. Take your time.

[@HankPanky]

​@@luhman16afaintstar-q3yHe was an actual Nazi.

[@luhman16afaintstar-q3y]

@@HankPanky So?

[@luhman16afaintstar-q3y]

@@jamesirbensonmum3514 please don't stop crying

[@jamesjohno1180]

What a guy! Just so fascinating and alluring. Just imagine meeting him and being able to ask questions and hear stories

[@ravenclaw8975]

A super title and video Dr. Felton. I'm very familiar with Skorzeny's wartime record, but had no idea about Die Spinne. Thank you for your erudite discourse on the matter.

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

You're like owls. We seem to always find out something different about everything. There honestly has to be endless stories of course. Very well done. As always. Thank you, sir.

[@davidmajer3652]

This guy can really tell a story.

[@DavidWoods-r6o]

"The General was a Spy", written by Heinz Hohne & Herman Zolling is a good place to start. I have only the paperback version.

[@Ghost-up8ed]

Mondays are made much better when you see Mark Felton has a new video.

[@Dylan-fh7wg]

Another absolutely brilliant video

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

An extraordinary man for sure. Excellent work again Dr Felton 👍 Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱, TW.

[@William-n1b]

The man was a highly skilled survivor in a very deadly time.

[@Savchenkov1]

Another great survivor is of course Léon Degrelle. His "great escape" is worthy of a film.

[@markunger1098]

I have a book about Mossad where the story about Skorzeny working for Israel forms part of a chapter on the Egyptian rocket thing. According to that account Skorzeny was of minimal use but seemed to enjoy the idea of helping the Israelis as it fed his ego. Of more help was Meyer Lansky who provided untraceable equipment for another part of Mossad’s operation.

[@willtricks9432]

He would do anything for money, politics seemed flexible to him as a military man.

[@noahpafford4938]

If you’re interested in WWII and the history of intelligence “The Devil’s Chessboard” is a good read on the Nazi sympathies of the Leading Spymaster of WWII and eventual CIA director, Allen Dulles and his Secretary of State brother, John Foster Dulles. They saved many nazis opportunistically including their lead banker and their lead spymaster Gehlen, who was also really bad at his job and had multiple moles under him.

[@js70371]

I would be extremely skeptical about any “help” that he may have rendered to a terrorist group such as Mossad

[@overworlder]

@@js70371- lol. And the warmongering Arabs and their Nazis were worse.

[@markunger1098]

@@js70371 as I said, he was of limited help. The impression they had was that he was more talk than anything useful. And the rocket threat to Israel was fairly non existent.

[@XOmrfloyd]

What a movie could be filmed about this guy. 007 meets Die Hard with a little of Rambo

[@robertcompton5232]

"The Skorzeny Papers" is an excellent book that opened my eyes to so much that I did not see.

[@Odessa45]

Yes, an outstanding book.

[@philiph6456]

Commando Extraordinary is the title of a book on Skorzeny

[@redskyatnight123]

Ooh I'm gonna have to buy that ,I have the commando one ,thanks .

[@robertcompton5232]

@@philiph6456 I am going to have to get that one.

[@operascholar]

Another superb well-researched video essey by Dr. Felton. Thanks!

[@stekarknugen9258]

Dude was so good that Mossad gave him a job instead of whacking him, that's pragmatism right there.

[@stevephlyer]

Skorzeny’s life story would be a great subject for a mega Hollywood biographical film. Your research and presentation of his character and “achievements” is flawless, Mark. Thank you for this interesting video.

[@petercarter9034]

I don't know how you constantly come up with such fascinating content Mark, another great watch

[@lenny0170]

Another excellent video Mr. Felton. Irish journalist Cathal o"Shannon also talked about his time in Ireland as well as other Nazis Luyx and Folens in a documentary he did in 2007. I have no doubt he was involved behind the scenes in other illicit activities while in Ireland too but that may be another video in itself.

[@franktaeterUSA]

Vielen Dank for tonight's history lesson Dr Felton.

[@tyronejones7341]

Man !! What a movie about Skorzeny would be !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.

[@KevinBullard]

Best channel on KZbin

[@Éire1798]

His Irish residence was Martinstown House, Co. Kildare not terribly far from me, its documented that locals recall him driving his white Mercedes, mostly kept to himself, I believe he was a guest of honor at a few events and though Ireland was friendly to such persons ultimately the government revoked his residency due to the international bad press, others less notable were allowed to carry on some of which even had Irish wives. Skorzeny was known also as Scarface, he was a brilliant commando, the James Bond of his day rescuing Mussolini from a mountain on one occasion, which perhaps you had a video on already Mark. Another interesting video and certainly a fascinating character.

[@michaelmurphy4387]

Thanks for that information.

[@Éire1798]

@@michaelmurphy4387 No problem, for more on the subject in relation to Ireland I would recommend the book Hitlers Irishmen, also if in Kildare the Curragh military museum has some Luftwaffe items as we held some pilots there during the war, might be a radio from a failed Abwehr operation in Ireland too. We mostly supported the Allies but there are some other more colorful stories too.

[@michaelmurphy4387]

Thanks again, for sure that book sounds great. Will follow up on it.

[@Marvel66666]

Irish President De Valera gave official condolences to Germany on the Suicide of Hitler. Irish envoys in other countries visited the German embassies in their respective locations to offer condolences. Churchill and Truman went crazy

[@Éire1798]

​@Marvel66666 I'm aware of that, we were not long after an economic war with Britain, as we rightly refused to pay rates to them after the anglo Irish treaty he brought us from Dominion status to eventual independence in the south at least, I read he was hoping for a German victory at one stage, I think the most controversial political comments were not by Fianna Fail but by the then independent Oliver J Flanagan, I won't even put those comments here my local historical society has a good piece on him he became a Fine Gael T.D afterwards, you can look them up, would hardly be a fan of Israel to give a hint.

[@alvaromaharg9768]

Hello Dr. Felton. I live in Madrid and I often pass by what used to be the location of one of Skorzeny's offices on Montera street number 25. The old building has been torn down and there is a new building under construction. Across the street there is an old bar called the "Ateneo", where very likely Skorzeny could have gone for his coffee. Strange days indeed.

[@RiseFromTheDead]

One of the most intriguing epidodes you have made. You have sent me down a rabbit hole with this one. This man is very curious

[@irish3335]

Another great video Dr Felton thank you!

[@emmcee662]

Brilliant title!! Thank you for another fascinating video. It’s mind-boggling how Skorzeny got away after the War

[@lyleh3nry]

the story of Otto Skorzeny couldn't be scripted better in holywood

[@oilengine]

I thoroughly enjoyed this Mark so much so that I watched it twice. Interesting story about a very interesting character to say the least.

[@theblackfox8920]

>On the run >Files for divorce What a legend.

[@Hans-Wolff]

My Grandfather Was a Wehrmacht Captain..He passed away in 2003..a Mysterious Man..He Was a very Meticulous Person Organized..always Well Dressed and Sharp..He spent Most of His Time on His Desk or Walking His German Shepherd

[@davidroberts5577]

As always, one excellent post . Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us all.

[@ourlifeinwyoming4654]

Stunning - and to think he went on for many years. Don't know how you do it Doc - incredible, nothing like it on TV or anywhere else. Great work Sir.

[@loganallen9821]

Thank you Dr. Felton amazing as always!

[@andrewhoward7200]

I was working in East Germany installing new gas pipelines, a homeowner offered me a drink,we quickly fell into conversation. I was at the time reading a Skorzeny biography, which I mentioned to the man. He went quiet and the told me he had been with Skorzeny on the Eastern Front working behind the lines and asked me to bring the book with me the next day,which I did. He couldn't understand the english text but found a picture of himself amongst the illustrations. He told me some truly blood curdling stories, and what a privilege and experience for me. We don't seem do have had the enigmatic and extraordinary characters to match, quite worthy dullards really.

[@dinsdalemontypiranha4349]

Thanks for another great video Dr Felton!

[@troyphillips6481]

Skorzeny was diabolical but very crafty character he's basically the perfect template for a bond villain.

[@soulscanner66]

11:23 ... just as I was wondering how the hell it was that the Mossad never got this guy like they did Eichmann. This guy played both sides.

[@stueyguerreiro]

The Americans and the British wouldn’t let Mossad touch him. There’s an interview on KZbin where Skorzeny admits to doing a lot of work for the CIA AND MI6. He was such an effective operator, with tremendous knowledge of the communist states The West were working against, that he was too valuable to let rot in prison or face the hangman. He was effectively a double agent (working for The West) so they turned a blind eye to the other things he got up to, especially as none of it endangered them or their people.

[@lonewolfandcub668]

Well apparently he worked with Mossad

[@volkerkonig9376]

Okey

[@volkerkonig9376]

Why didn't the Mossad get Skorzeny? Perhaps they didn't want to do so. I am not an expert in his operations but their focus seems not be in killing yewish people in comparison to Eichmann.

[@korkronwarlord]

As always, you provide a fantastic peice of historical lecture from your research.

[@thEannoyingE]

I wonder what became of Skorzeny’s medals and ribbons pictures at 12:59? Maybe a video on that in the future?

[@SandmanGotBeer]

I haven't been able to find out what that black medal is on the left.

[@christophercarlone9945]

Truly a mans man. My grandfather looked up to him and joined us special forces in part due to Skorzenys story.

[@snarblox]

I know it wasn't the intention per se, but I always found the fencing scars that most of the late 1800s-early 1900s german nobility had somewhat frightening.

[@fleetcenturion]

That's the idea. It meant you were facing a true swordsman, _and_ someone who wasn't afraid to take a blade to the face!

[@longliveelcaudillo59]

They are badges of honor.

[@simongrushka983]

In many cases they were results of drunken duels. And in many cases they were made deliberately, with a razor

[@longliveelcaudillo59]

@@simongrushka983 That is cheating

[@johnkidd1226]

That was the intention but most of them were inflicted intentionally, not in actual duels.

[@patrickkellner8044]

Sounds like the inspiration, SPECTRE 🐙

[@OttoSkorzenyy]

Great work as always!

[@falan9021]

8:15 small correction there: Hjalmar Schacht was president of the Reichsbank (1933-1939) and Minister of Economics (1934-1937), but never Finance Minister. That position was held by Lutz Graf Schwerin von Krosigk from 1932 until the end of the war - one of the very few top government figures that had gotten into their position before Hitler took power and retained the position until the end of the Third Reich.

[@markuswx1322]

Good catch, and Schacht is another interesting figure worthy of a video. Money runs wars, and Schacht knew it all. Albert Speer related that the captured Nazi leaders were subjected to intelligence tests by the Allies. The top performer was Hjalmar Schacht.

[@fleetcenturion]

Love the title! Hope there's more about him to come.

[@toddcotham8733]

Thank you, Mr.Felton , for this and so many insights of WW2, hard to believe this amazing history of the true Scarface, how he eluded so many consequences is stuff of legend,especially working for Mossad,who, in a heartbeat would want to execute Nazi holdovers,this man is truly the one that got away,may his cell in Hell keep on burning.

[@MrXdmp]

Thanks Dr. Felton!

[@Strider-bl5sq]

Is there really no movie or tv series about this guy? He certainly led an interesting and charmed life! I remember first reading about him in a book about the hunt for people like Eichman. Can anyone recommend a good book about him?

[@tyreni]

One of your best!

[@NickS-vu2jk]

One of your best videos, Mark. This was fascinating. What a life!

[@Cromwelldunbar]

Excellent! Look forward to ‘more in depth’ documentaries on his activities in (a) Spain [1950s]; Ireland [1950s] and Argentina [1950+1960s]…

[@bobflemming100]

He stayed in Martinstown House, Co. Kildare, Ireland..but was denied residency by the Irish government. Some of his belongings are still there in storage.

[@Earhairy]

"He stayed in Martinstown House, Co. Kildare, Ireland..but was denied residency by the Irish government." The campaign to deny Skorzeny residency in Ireland was led by Ben Briscoe, the then Lord Mayor of Dublin. He was the second Jewish Lord Mayor of Dublin. The first was his father, Robert Briscoe, who was also an IRA gun runner.

[@spykerhond7008]

I hope you understand that nobody else crafts quality viewing like you.

[@gertgilich3508]

Now this is fascinating! My pops met him! Mark, you are amazing!

[@johngquinn77]

This story would make a great movie. Well done Dr Felton. Brilliant channel.

[@railway23huetter51]

They need to make a movie about Skorzeny. Even given his nefarious circumstances it could be an amazing anti hero movie if done right.