Rat Lines - The Hunt For Nazi War Criminals Episode 4

How did so many important Nazi war crimes suspects escape to the Middle East and South America after the war? This new series will explain how and the efforts to bring people like Dr. Mengele and Adolf Eichmann to justice.
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[@katrinasis]

“i’m only responsible for 300 murders” is a great defense when being charged with crimes against humanity

[@michaelmorgan9601]

Just goes to show how severe that it really was, he thinks that, that is a solid argument, because his friends killed thousands

[@jacobjorgenson9285]

American presidents have been respondsible for millions of deaths in Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan and never seamed even the slightest bothered about it

[@rubytuesday4564]

@@jacobjorgenson9285 Better get your arithmetical warmed up. You're showing them to be freezing cold, undermining the point you intended. After Trump, liars aren't suffered lightly.

[@jacobjorgenson9285]

@@rubytuesday4564 trump is still lying and the GOP is sucking hard to get more

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

Millions, not thousands.

[@vankallahan59]

It is incredible that we can be lectured for free by a man of such credentials. Thank you, Sir.

[@vankallahan59]

Huckleberry Moshimoto We dont have that in my country and it is, in fact, a rarity in the modern western court of law.

[@jacobnewcombe5367]

larry ferrante dude do you not get that he meant we get to watch it for free

[@davidtilley3049]

Have you seen his credential's?

[@vankallahan59]

David Tilley yes i have. Theyre listed on his Wikipedia. Besides a PhD from Essex university and lecturing in universities all over the world he also holds the Royal British Legion Certificate of Appreciation. I find that to be noteworthily better than the average youtuber.

[@davidtilley3049]

@@vankallahan59 Man's wisdom is foolishness in the eye's of GOD

[@truthcrackers]

Who here just watched all 4 episodes back to back?

[@zackpenhaligon9904]

Yeah, can't stop!

[@seang5284]

Doing so while I complete an electrical engineering lab assignment.

[@markhonerbaum5789]

And it's enough to quit being catholic.

[@AA-ke5cu]

You missed episode 5 and maybe more. Off the coast of Venezuela on the island of Margaret there is a town loaded with the spawn of scattered Nazi. Argentina is a known hotspot for nazi war relics. Caution: many bogus replicas exist.

[@ton146]

Me

[@Omar-qf5mi]

You're putting out the best content I have ever seen about WW2. Great job sir!

[@woden20]

Official story , now the West didn't liberate any death camps.

[@robertandrews5640]

Victor's history always get ramned down people's throats and shoved in their ,faces

[@rupertmcnaughtdavis3649]

The Wheel of Justice turns slowly, but it does turn.Mostly.

[@stevenardian1485]

Some will get and some will not

[@herbert-kenumera960]

Actually according to this video... They dont

[@irabrook]

Just ask the two men in the thumbnail how the wheel turns

[@aconcernedworldcitizen236]

Not if the Americans are involved, it would seem. Sympathetic to fascism then - still sympathetic to fascism today.

[@JoeBlow-wr5em]

Just check man who got a standing ovation in Canadian parliament

[@thebigsad9463]

As a history lover in general I only have 2 words for you Dr.Felton: Thank you

[@NapoleonGelignite]

Thanks for this Mark (from fellow local boy). You’re a one man Radio 4. In these strange times your work is very comforting.

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

You're very welcome

[@NapoleonGelignite]

Huckleberry Moshimoto - can you try again in English? Not sure WTF you are trying to say apart from ‘I haven’t had my chlorpromazine today’.

[@NapoleonGelignite]

wakenbaker-uk - thanks for the translation.

[@archstanton6102]

@@NapoleonGelignite He is spamming a number of comments with these comments, providing no evidence to support his claims either a child or troll

[@NapoleonGelignite]

Nik Turk - there are a myriad of flavours of nutcase online.

[@jaxonwright2243]

You remind me of an old history teacher I had back in the day...and the reason I became an avid reader and listener of history. Thank you.

[@NickDanger0001]

Hmm, I once read a Tristan Jones book about sailing on Lake Titicaca in bolivia, where he encountered a yacht club of German officers.

[@rgnotdead]

Nick Danger, wait a mo, I also recall a similar story. Can't remember where. Thanks for jogging my memory.

[@danjsy]

God, it's scandalous. Thanks for holding them to account.

[@messmeister92]

“When I stand before the throne of God, I shall be judged innocent.” - Klaus Barbie The arrogance of that statement is both chilling and enraging. He must have had zero conscience. A true monster.

[@tertiusimpostor]

The opposite of Sokrates`s statement when he was sentenced to death by his fellow Athenans-

[@knutdergroe9757]

Humility gives the soul wings, Arrogance (most assuredly) buries the soul. He was trying to summon courage(fools courage, not real courage), of that I have no doubt. Maybe it worked. One of the few lessons that my mother taught me(she is a very evil individual). If you lie to yourself enough, you can believe the lie. To find grace in God, is by taking Responsibility. Being humble, knowing we all do wrong. Arrogance is about the lie of knowing all(as Dad said, having all the answers). Only God has all the answers. With his arrogance (fools courage, fools arrogance) he guaranteed his final stop.

[@jammer3618]

@@knutdergroe9757 Interesting comment. I would agree.

[@ike3094]

No. Barbie is most likely right.

[@AnnaLVajda]

Lots of wars are waged in the name of God but I doubt anyone can know Gods judgement until that day comes.

[@tylerfoss3346]

Great work once again, Mark Felton. Thank you!

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

My pleasure!

[@johnlansing2902]

Thank you for reminding us about why our fathers and Grandfathers walked out of high school to stop these creatures.

[@davidb2206]

"We fought the wrong enemy." -- General Patton

[@keefymckeefface8330]

@@davidb2206 no, we didnt,and Patton was wrong. but your just a nazi apologist immune to facts and logic no doubt.

[@chuckabbate5924]

@@keefymckeefface8330 exactly..

[@harrycallahan5018]

@@keefymckeefface8330 He wasn't wrong, he should've just worded it differently, like "We didn't kill all the enemies" which is accurate, and probably what he meant.

[@keefymckeefface8330]

@@harrycallahan5018 but, while you posit it what he meant, it isn't what he said. So the actual quote is still BS unless we imagine he used different words, at which point its not the same quote. I know what you mean, and kinda agree. But this Patton quote is used so often to claim equivalent evil of nazi and soviet doctrine... And that fallacious claim is so iniquitous that I'm gonna say well, Patton should have used the right bloody words then, cos as said, what he said-ids not true.

[@ftffighter]

Someone give this man a museum!

[@danieltsiprun8080]

@@The_Greedy_Orphan what are you talking about?

[@The_Greedy_Orphan]

@@onetyone7359 No, it was a reply to a deleted comment on here that claimed Mark Felton was being untruthful.

[@Kyanzes]

"And the final exhibit: Mark Felton, the personage behind all the other exhibits. The tour ends here. Please proceed to the exits. Hey, don't touch that..."

[@TheEurostyler]

I am so grateful for this recent series on the ratlines, as for the rest of Dr Felton's production. I remember when a teenager, my dad was telling me of the involvement of the Vatican to help Nazis escaping to South America. It surfaces that at different times these criminal minds knowledge was required by different countries. But in most of the instances, The Vatican was there to help. I guess this was their way at participating in the wiping out of a competitors faith

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

Catholic priests died in camps, but their view of the world hardly reflected those of the Vatican…

[@dianevernon8201]

Never trust any religion

[@d_bag8992]

I don't know if its the mic you use that adds that bit of old radio distortion to your voice but, when I hear it I feel like I'm taken back in time and am listening in real time during the war, love your channels

[@CharlesPepper]

An enthralling series. I've just ordered 'The Last Nazis: The Hunt for Hitler's Henchmen'. It arrives tomorrow, can't wait.

[@truthexposed9916]

Enjoy your brainwashing.

[@truthexposed9916]

Blake Houlihan If you enjoy being a brainwashed moron then go for it.

[@quanbrooklynkid7776]

@@truthexposed9916 haha

[@Mr.Deleterious]

@@truthexposed9916 libtards, such as yourself, will always remain blinded by your own stupidity. Conspiracy theories and believing the Easter Bunny are damn near the same thing. And you are how old?

[@marcioreis2648]

Another History lesson. Superb.

[@garynarborough]

As I listen to this episode it beggars belief how countries that have no conscience use their own self interest (USA and Argentina and even Israel) use this to waive any interest in justice to further their own agendas. This set of episodes only reinforces what I have long thought. Thank you so much for all the research and effort that has gone into these episodes. Its your reputation as a historian that adds weight to its authenticity. Thank you again!!

[@VileCAESARB]

Why “even” Israel. The double standards from them are the worst.

[@garynarborough]

@@VileCAESARB I couldn't agree more with you! So true.

[@philchristmas4071]

It would be ridiculous to let emotions get in the way of information that could be extracted from these nazis. Unfortunately you can't take back the crimes, but you can retrieve a lot of valuable information.

[@patrickkobolt3069]

Hey Mark. I'm really enjoying this series. At the same time I am dismayed to learn about people and organizations that helped these murderers escape.

[@oveidasinclair982]

Great I have something worth while to watch tonight, Thanks Mark

[@richardlmcgee707]

You have definitely put your nose to the grindstone sir thank you very much 24/7

[@garymckee8857]

Outstanding two videos in one day. Thanks.

[@nocturnalmayhem0]

the way you tell these makes it like a old time detective novel and really pulls you in. 👍

[@adambaker8689]

Alois Hudal is probably one of the worst people ever not have actually killed someone. How can you be a 'holy man' and assist these murderers seemingly so willingly?

[@righteousrocker1769]

Another enthralling episode from Dr Mark, detailed and well researched as usua. Required listening for this generation.

[@iandawkins2182]

Fantastic, informative and better than any TV WWII documentaries I have ever seen. Every day's a school day. Wish history was this interesting when I was at school forty years ago. Respect Sir.

[@navypti]

Your research never ceases to amaze me Mark. Looking forward to the next episode. I learn something new every time.

[@ColinH1973]

This is your most profound work yet Mark in my opinion, and it is right that you tell it. Well done.

[@lcopywriter5102]

Agreed. The meticulous documentation and research here are breathtaking; the objectivity is commendable. This series, and the additional work Dr. Felton has done are critical to preserving truths that could easily dissipate amid the indifferent sands of time and be lost forever. Or worse, fuel disingenuous "alternative" versions of these facts and drive false historical revisionism.

[@williammiller8317]

Mark you’re an absolute treasure trove of information, so glad I found your channel long ago and my how it has grown!

[@keithehredt753]

Mark Felton is a genius

[@archstanton6102]

@Peter Grahame yes he is

[@davidtilley3049]

Dont get carried away now.

[@keithehredt753]

@@davidtilley3049 LMAO.

[@DaveSCameron]

Grow up kid

[@davidtilley3049]

Maybe in his own mind.

[@tywinlannister8015]

I am fascinated by each of your videos, today however even more so. I had the privilege to attend Klaus-Barbie's trial in Lyon. My grandfather testified against him, and I accompanied him. I wasn't old enough to really understand what was really going on unfortunately - I was less than ten and had zero notions about the World Wars- but I'm proud to have accompanied and supported my grandfather in this difficult trial. I used to live next to the Courthouse, and each time court was in session you'd see journalists everywhere, and the thing broadcasted on the night's news. But even then, I understood as a child that this wasn't really about judging the accused, but more offering proper closure to his victims. And in Lyon ... they were many. And the trial stirred up a lot of things best left forgotten, like the divide about who betrayed Moulin, and re-opened old wounds. But it was for the best. My grandfather felt at peace afterwards, and I think he wasn't the only one. As for me, well ... listening/watching the trial made me look into that era of history. I have been fascinated by it ever since. It's one of my hobbies - to study the World War II era, and by extent the history of the XXth century in a broader sense, along with Egyptology, I even got a degree "for fun" for the later a few years back. I'm actually working in Physics. I don't mention it on my Curriculum though, it might look indecisive to some to see that I have a degree in Egyptology along my physics diplomas XD

[@fuferito]

Very moving personal account. Learning for learning's sake is rare and honourable. Never stop. It's the secret of eternal youth.

[@tywinlannister8015]

@@fuferito Thank you for your kind words. I have since a very young age been insatiable about knowledge, whatever the topic, I just never was sated. While I nowadays am a little less insatiable - I feel fortunate to still feel that hunger for more. And sharing it. What's even more fun to me than learning is actually sharing that knowledge with whoever will listen :D

[@77thTrombone]

Tywin Lannister - Yo, *geek!* It's a sign of having arrived when you are "comfortable in your skin" with your _culturally uncool_ thirst for knowledge. As you know, your life is richer for it. I hope you get to model it for the up-and-coming generations; the modern world gives them precious few examples to follow. Congrats on the privilege of hanging with your grandfather at the trial. That's another pearl that needs to be passed along. Best wishes! 👊

[@caesar3311]

Mark Felton for OBE! His knowledge is only overshadowed by his narration skill

[@goggles6776]

HOW MANY OF THESE EPISODES ARE THERE? Oh wait....... keep making them I like them

[@MTMMoonlight]

@Chris Williams haha that's would be interesting for him to look into.

[@JohnDoe-pv2iu]

@Chris Williams I thought it was 1963???

[@mflashhist500]

This has been a fascinating series, I had heard of some of the more famous cases but had no idea so many had escaped immediately after WW2.

[@sallyethridge1393]

Dr. Felton, I thank you for your research and work.

[@danielabramson2464]

Never before have so many, owed so much, to so few (actually, just one, mark felton)

[@TyZaTube]

This series has been incredible. Thank you

[@Soulatheunholy]

"No I didn't kill thousands! I only killed 200-300 people - I'm innocent!" Thanks for another great video. Incredible insight into the minds of these people.

[@paulettemontoya6116]

Nazi officers with no sorrow for their crimes teaches me a great deal about mankinds fallen nature. Same things happening today.

[@otisdriftwood8469]

It's been happening since humans walked the earth, think of Rome, China, Russia, North Korea, ect. The nazis, just seem to be the most interesting and talked about. These things are still happening this minute, its never stopped, just changed locations.

[@rtqii]

It is a known fact that sociopaths make up a part of all human populations. That is why we have criminal justice systems.

[@fuferito]

Recently my recommendations on KZbin have included a Soviet war film from the 80s, _Come and See._ Reviewers on KZbin have said it's terrifying. I'm impressed by the few scenes I have seen.

[@mattjk5299]

It's a rather incredible piece. Both as an example of the unusual nature of Soviet cinematography/production as well as something of a unique look at Elem Kilmov's experiences and viewpoint. He actually had a film banned by the state for being critical of Soviet ineffeciency and bureaucracy, later unbanned by Khurushchev. You don't regularly see entire hillsides resculpted and thousands of soldiers and extras with many real vehicles, weapons, explosives etc. pulled aside for a war movie outside of centralized regimes. Though telling a story of an the oppressed struggling against imperialist fascists was always a dead cert to get well funded. Great movie, highly recommend it. It's certainly not "enjoyable" in the typical sense. As it should be.

[@AmirWeitmann]

It's quite amazing Mark ! Franckly, it's brillant. G-d bless you for your work

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

Many thanks!

[@xvsj5833]

I enjoy watching & listening to your Research! Thank you for sharing 👍

[@paulhennessy5627]

Amazing stuff as always. Thank you Mark.

[@LarsRyeJeppesen]

Very informative, Coach

[@getmartincarter]

Terrific research and a pleasure to listen

[@mofakah5906]

I could listen to these stories all day. Can't wait for the next one, Mark!

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

Glad you like them!

[@madmodder123]

Thanks Mark, I love all the work you do, keep it up :)

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

Thanks, will do!

[@stevecovaleski6315]

History by Mark!!! Best of the best, thank you sir 👍

[@ashleymorrissey4833]

Soo pumped when I seen this I wasn’t expecting another episode.

[@CA999]

Mr Felton, Will you be covering any Japanese war criminals?

[@CA999]

@George Job I was thinking about those that evaded justice. Are there any that left Japan or remained away from Japan taking on different lives after the war?

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

I've written about a dozen books on this gruesome subject - check Amazon

[@CA999]

@@WarStorieswithMarkFelton I was hoping to 'hear' it, rather than read it. I usually listen to this audio material whilst performing housework and menial tasks...

[@hughmac13]

@wakenbaker-uk Not everyone has the means to pay other people to perform their housework and menial tasks for them, so that they can kick back and read.

[@CA999]

@wakenbaker-uk on the contrary, it's actually quality time. I am quite focused, perhaps not making notes for an exam, but it's dedicated time with no distractions.

[@philsteakerson1797]

I love this series. Very nice to listen after a workday at the evening before going to sleep. Thank you

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@jtheroman21]

Thanks Mark ! Your content is the best.

[@laurenjeangreenbean6301]

A gentleman and a scholar. Love this channel and the historian is huge nerd crush of mine lol

[@lukeshanahan9335]

Brilliant once again Mark. So informative. Perfect to listen too while walking the dog 👍 keep up the great work

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@waynerichards3490]

I didn't know there was a final solutions in North Africa will you be doing a programme on it as I would be interested in hearing it

[@MrCarpelan]

Many think Rommel and his men were simply "following orders", the terrible massacres speak of a different truth.

[@tamilly7941]

@@MrCarpelan What have to do Rommel with the Tunisia ocupation in 1940? Nothing! And the "following orders" is not apply in his case as he did not commit a single crime! And by the way those who are "believed who they were following orders" are considered war criminals, just look at the trials please educate yourself before trash historic figures

[@NancyDrewe]

Audio only is great, since your voice is really lovely. Thank you, these are excellent episodes.

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

Glad you like them!

[@oncall21]

Fascinating Mark. Thoroughly enjoying this series. Thanks for sharing!

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

My pleasure!

[@DB-uf6md]

Best history Channel on KZbin. Thank you sir for your hard work.

[@georgeofthehut9398]

I watch a lot of your videos and have failed to comment. Oversight on my part as I find them very educational and entertaining. Thank you

[@123edwardzpad]

Thank you, Mark.

[@Articulate99]

Always informative, thank you.

[@ZnenTitan]

19:35 "Only" between 300-350 persons? and gets off Scot-free? There really is one law for the rich and another for everyone else.

[@docholliday6285]

Strong work, Sir.

[@ubayawansa]

Thank you for your rigor of research

[@frankmoore3433]

Absolutely fascinating stuff. Keep it up.

[@aq9714]

Thanks for this Ratlines podcast!

[@UnsettlingNarrations]

Love your videos and given me a real interest in WW2 and history in general. Please keep up the great work!

[@asink5928]

Thank you Dr. Felton

[@chickadddee]

Really loving this series as all your videos Mark Felton! What an interesting photo for episode 4. Actually for all of these 5 episodes, it would be great to have the people in the photos identified as much as possible. I know some of them, but not all. I also wonder who is taking this photo and for what purpose... lots of possibilities.

[@MilesBellas]

7:20 "While he was under house arrest in Surrey in 1999, the former Chilean military dictator Augusto Pinochet received a fine malt from an old friend. “Scotch is one British institution that will never let you down,” read the accompanying note from its sender: the former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher."

[@sarbaazchabahar]

Great narration✌👍

[@jameskelman9856]

Well done ! Thanks !

[@navesidhu9913]

Thanks for Your outstanding narrations of some of the great events of WW2. History Classes on Board. Thank You Sir❤❤

[@mikeclark880]

I like how these are audio only. I'll be honest I don't watch many of your videos I only listen to them because I'm a truck driver and I listen to him when I drive. Really good stuff though I have watched a few of your videos but most of them I listen to and you do such a good job narrating them I don't even have to watch him. But I will admit some of your videos have some scenes and photos of things I've never seen before and are very interested thank you

[@JorgePetraglia2009]

Mr Felton : I find your approach to war crimes so unbiased and precise that I'll take the liberty of asking you to produce,at least one audio programme on the infamous "Plan Condor". There's plenty of books that have been published on the subject in the spanish speaking world,but unfortunately it is seldom known in North America (Canada included,of course). I am sure that your talents and investigative skills will be very much appreciated by the survivors from the Latinoamerican community. Greetings from Toronto.

[@38jonda]

Mark Felton is a legend...: )

[@scottleft3672]

I never thought a Mark Felton product would EVER make me want to throw up.

[@FC-hj9ub]

The reality is many countries were empathic or even in on it. they restrained themselves with persecution for fear that they may be found out and the same done to themselves.

[@redskyatnight123]

Thanks for the content

[@bagoistvan3182]

Fascinating presentation Heer Professor ! 🍺🍺🍺👍

[@petter5721]

Fantastic story 👍🏻

[@JohnDoe-qp7og]

These have been great to listen to during the quarantine. Keep up the great work!

[@RadicalEdward2]

Not being able to roll my Rs, I find Mark’s rolling Rs for Rolf fascinating 😄

[@Scurge237]

Awesome video again.

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

Thanks again!

[@tango6nf477]

Listening to this you begin to realise the amount of devious double dealing that went on (and probably still does) and why countries don't trust each other. The injustice and disgrace cant be adequately condemned.

[@davidsimm805]

Just brilliant thanks

[@djholliday4413]

Nobody does WWII like Mark Felton. I have learned so much. Incredibly interesting. The younger generations should have to watch in history class. They barely know anything about WWII...or any other historical wars, for that matter.

[@rafaelklene8103]

Hi ! it's me again Sir Mark Felton.. say again.. can't get of you.! Thank -you thank-you, You are an inspiration to all !!

[@WarStorieswithMarkFelton]

You are very welcome

[@0bzen22]

Brings back memories of Father Ted.

[@XxBloggs]

I hope someone gives you a platform to make quality history documentaries.

[@z.bellingham2556]

Mark Thank u So happy they got this war criminal

[@adambaker8689]

Such a powerful picture, wow.

[@badmonkey2222]

Thanks Mark for this. 🇺🇸. 🇬🇧

[@brycerutledge4396]

Gotta love me some Mark Felton

[@Imtahotep]

I wait for his new episodes like I wait for dinner and a beer after work.

[@dustinwolfe9591]

The thumbnail for this episode is spectacular. It seems so strange to see colorized versions of ww2 pictures where the men look so real. Not sure how to describe what I mean but it seems like the typical pictures look so different in black and white it's hard to picture the actual scene.

[@mikesmith-pj7xz]

That’s a great photograph. Can you post any details for who took it and/or when?

[@quintrankid8045]

@@huckleberrymoshimoto3185 Why so?

[@honved1]

@WildlandDonkey If that is his uniform. The ss didnt exactly put their hands up and say "im an ss member"

[@stephenhutchings6264]

Micky Cripplejohn exactly

[@mikesmith-pj7xz]

@@Clipgatherer thanks! Sorry for the late reply but the youtube server is often both slow and braindead;-)

[@nomadsteve5297]

I agree with you, this photographer has caught something rather special,

[@germancaperarojas4023]

Mr Felton, would you also cover British and American war criminals? That would be awesome!

[@TheWorldHasChangedAreYouReady]

Every year or so I come back and listen to all marks stories again as they are so fascinating, well researched and show both the worst of humanity and also the courage, hope and will to survive when we hear of how people against all odds banded together to make breakouts or resist the Nazis. Well done these stories should be taught in schools😅