The Courageous Acts of German Soldier Franz Hasel during WWII

Discover the unbelievable bravery of Franz Hasel, a German soldier who risked his life to defy the Nazis during WWII.
On a mild Saturday in 1939, a letter arrived at a German farmhouse that changed the family’s world. It was a summons from the draft board for the 40-year-old Franz Hasel to attend the recruitment office in Frankfurt the following Monday.
Because he was a pacifist, Hasel was assigned as a private to the Pioneer Company 699, which built roads, bridges and fortifications at the front lines. But Hasel’s story is truly unbelievable. Although he wore the uniform, he disagreed with the Nazi agenda. He even risked his life to warn the people in the villages the army had passed through that the SS death squads would soon be coming to their town. And then, during the middle of the advance into Russia, he informed his sergeant to be prepared because Hitler would not win the war.
These were acts and words of treason during wartime. They were enough to have a soldier face a firing squad. So, how did Franz Hasel survive, and how did he know that Hitler would not win the war?
Well, that is what makes this story so fascinating. Join me as we journey with a man who dared to defy the society, culture and the army of his time because he believed in a higher law.
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2:16 Franz Hasel
5:02 Adolf Hitler
6:58 Hasel is drafted into the German Nazi Army
7:46 Keeping the Sabbath
9:26 Hasel's Weapon
11:07 German Army invades the Soviet Union
12:10 Hasel and the Russian Cossacks
12:28 Hasel's Warns Locals
16:24 Matthew 22:36-40
17:05 The Good Samaritan
18:53 Daniel 2 - Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece, Rome and the Divided Kingdoms of Europe
22:38 Moral Code
25:28 Free Offer - A King, a Dream and You
26:49 Hymn: A Mighty Fortress is Our God
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[@rinaschuurman2974]

I was a child in occupied Netherlands during world war II.(Born Sept 3 1934).I grew up with a sense of war in my veins. Soldiers marched and sang their songs, and some were even nice, though we were not supposed to talk to them. Every weekend there was the drone of planes overhead on their way to bomb the......out of the factories in Germany....(.Come to think of it...quite civilized to do this on the weekend when the workers had the day off.) Once during our horrible hunger winter....we lived in a town north of Amsterdam....my uncle who was from the city of Utrecht, told us of a raid on one of his neighbors who were suspected of harboring Jews. A high ranking officer and a few soldiers entered the house and the officer ordered them to searched the main floor and the cellar, while he took charge of the upper floor. He found four people hiding in a bedroom and motioned to them to be quiet and shut the door. He went downstairs and told the soldiers all was clear ...false alarm. Thank goodness there were more Franz Hazels those days. It gives one some hope in humanity, even today. History can so easilly repeat itself. From B.C. Canada.

[@patrickyoung3503]

God moves in in mysterious ways . Just believe in him .

[@DutchmanAmsterdam]

@@patrickyoung3503 Does belief make things true?

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for sharing this little piece of history. No doubt there were good men dragged into a bad war and like Franz Hasel, had morals to do the right thing. God bless

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

100% Trust Him always.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

@DutchmanAmsterdam We can believe in Truth

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

We're humbled by the viewer who shared how their father and grandfather embodied the same moral courage as Franz Hasel. Though we accidentally deleted that heartfelt comment while trying to respond (a mistake we deeply regret), we want to take this opportunity to honor all those unsung heroes. In the midst of war's utter depravity, which so often brings out the worst in humanity, stories like these are beacons of light and hope. They remind us that even in the darkest of times, there were individuals who, like Franz Hasel, refused to let hatred and violence extinguish their compassion for life. We celebrate people of unwavering faith who stayed true to their convictions, no matter the cost. Their bravery to uphold human decency when all around them had abandoned it is a testament to the enduring power of righteousness over evil. While their names may be lost to history, we owe an immense debt of gratitude to these extraordinary souls. They proved it is possible to resist the moral decay of wartime atrocities through the strength of one's principles. In that defiance, they embodied the highest ideals of our shared humanity.

[@ronr3334]

Accidentally Deleted their comment? You need to contact them to have them post it again.

[@bonniemoerdyk9809]

@@ronr3334 ~ Uhmm ... how would he know who to contact if it's already deleted? 🤷🤷‍♂

[@ronr3334]

@@bonniemoerdyk9809 I am sure he is likely familiar with such things... since he said WE accidentally deleted it, but none the less, the person who posted such I would wish they saw their comment and repost it.

[@ronr3334]

@@bonniemoerdyk9809 Nothing on the web is ever truly deleted, the NSA keeps records of all things even deletions. Yet they in the above comment remembered their testimony, and those who posted such should know it was their comment that got deleted.

[@georgebrown8312]

What an amazing man Franz Hasel was to defy Hitler and go against killing his fellow men. If he had been found out and caught by the Nazis, he might have been court-martialed and executed for perceived treason against the regime, either by firing squad or by hanging. Thank for this eye-opening and insightful video of a brave soldier who refused to kill anyone.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

"Thank you for your thoughtful comment. We're glad Franz Hasel's incredible story of moral courage resonated with you. As you noted, his actions defying direct orders and refusing to participate in killing were extremely brave, putting his own life at grave risk. Yet Hasel seemed to be motivated by a strong ethical conviction that transcended self-preservation. In the midst of unspeakable atrocities, he chose to be guided by his conscience rather than succumb to the evil around him, no matter the potential consequences. His example demonstrates how individual acts of defiance, however small they may seem, can shine light into darkness. Hasel's quiet resistance to unjust orders and stubborn insistence on upholding human dignity provide a powerful counter-narrative to the myth of complete compliance by ordinary Germans. We're grateful his story has not been lost to history. May it continue inspiring people to cultivate moral courage and stand up against injustice, even when it costs something. Heroes like Hasel remind us of humanity's highest callings."

[@jeromedavid7944]

If the Lord was with Franz, than who could've been against him. If faith can move a mountain, it can survive Barbarossa unarmed, offer truth and kindness to God's chosen people, and preach the "Good News" with the wisdom to use it's clues to make strategic military decisions that enabled survival. And at the end of the day or war all any soldier really wants to do is go home. I can't believe a Christian production company hasn't created a screenplay story line for fantastic testament to decency, kindness, mercy and most importantly the weapon that saved him was his wooden pistol of faith!

[@DutchmanAmsterdam]

The story is mostly or entirely fiction.

[@tomandlindapanci2096]

Why would you doubt the report?

[@patrickyoung3503]

Your comment say it all for me . Thank You .

[@judymay903]

I read the book twice, & listened to a CD in my car several times. It’s so encouraging to hear about someone that stood for his faith thru such a horrendous situation. Should give us all courage to stand when our turn comes.

[@walterkronkitesleftshoe6684]

I fully agree, but the sad, inescapable truth is that the majority of people just unquestioningly "do as they're told" by "authority figures".... always have done, always will do. It's the power of critical independent thought along with strength of character and resourcefulness that marks out the small number of individuals who will not follow a authoritarian regime as are now being built across the world, without their own conscience driving them to "do the right thing".

[@ulyssees30y]

Read, "Karl Plagge: The N... who saved Jews." I think you might enjoy it. He was a Whermacht major. He ran a slave labor camp like Oskar Shindler. He saved 97% of the Lithuanian Jews who survived the Holocaust. He's designated Yad Vashem Righteous Among the Nations.

[@jimsmith9819]

watch the movie "hacksaw ridge".

[@hurryslow1]

May his memory and the memory of all those like him, be honored and blessed. May everybody watching this, raise children and grandkids with the same Scriptural values and integrity as this man.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

amen! Thank you for your feedback. God bless you

[@howardloewen1834]

There is a book "A Thousand Shall Fall" by Hasel's youngest daughter Susi Hasel Mundy about her father that all should read.

[@curtisackenbrack2669]

Thank you, sir. I’m going to go online & see is I can find that book. Have a good & blessed day.

[@howardloewen1834]

@@curtisackenbrack2669 Glad I could help, have a happy Sabbath.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

The first 39 pages can be read online for free, thanks to Google. books.google.com.et/books?id=epfW2F4nKeMC&printsec=copyright#v=onepage&q&f=false

[@dankelly2147]

@@howardloewen1834 Shabbat Shalom

[@borntoclimb7116]

Interesting

[@bradleypierce1561]

Sorry to correct you, but it wasn’t the 30th of June 1941 when Germany invaded the USSR. It was the 22nd of June 1941. This coming from a WW2 Geek.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

This detail will be passed to the production team. We try our best to be as accurate in all our programs as possible. We thank you for your feedback.

[@kathypichey4306]

I think that's when they got the letter maybe this videos are always interesting and so you are interesting as also for knowing the day have a good evening

[@cracoviancrusader6184]

The story matches the fake uniform. Can't stomach it.

[@corydunaway]

This video isn't historically accurate anyway. Just look at the uniforms, lack of head gear, and clearing a house with all pistols.

[@user-ml3dp9hq7o]

For what it’s worth just watch it or DONT

[@wonderworld5606]

Thank you for this - Franz took the Bible and God’s commands seriously, and made them part of his actions and character. A wonderful example of love for your neighbour. God bless all who made this video.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your kind words. We feel privileged to be able to make this re-enactment. It delights us to know you enjoyed it. God bless

[@Bede1968]

A remarkable exception. Many Christians died for their faith in Germany and Austria. See Franz Jägerstatter, for instance. Sometimes God performs miracles in front of other people, like in the case of Hasel, but one should not count on anyone else or anything else except on being with the Lord, whether it be in life or in death.

[@sonflowerday]

This was an amazing episode, thanks so much. We were looking forward to it and watched it for the first time yesterday. The history is so interesting and the acting was really good too. What an inspiring story

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback and kind words. We are delighted you enjoyed it and would like to suggest our program on Desmond Doss to you, which is also very inspiring. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE God bless

[@seetroso]

Thank you for the video! It’s good to finally see Franz’s story told! The German Desmond Doss. I read the book “A Thousand shall Fall” and it was nothing short of amazing and encouraging. There’s so much miracles he and his family back home encountered because they chose to hang onto to God despite persecution. May we be inspired to do the same! Be pretty cool to see Franz’s story turned into a series someday. Interestingly, the story featured in the video about Franz saving the man under the bed was not in the book, but recounted by his daughter on a website online. Can’t remember which site, but it’s wonderful to see this part reenacted!

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. To confirm, we research our programs in detail before producing them. The book certainly inspired us, but as you have pointed out, it is not our only source for inspiration. Delighted you enjoyed the program. God bless

[@bunnielynn777]

I very much enjoyed this program. I knew the story but I loved seeing it acted out. We serve an amazing God & watching this gave me more courage, living alone in these last days of earth’s history 🙏🏼 Thank you for your wonderful ministry 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

We are delighted that you enjoyed this program. We encourage you to share this through social media so that more people can also be touched by the experience of Franz Hasel. Also, if you enjoyed this program, we are sure you will enjoy our program on Desmond Doss studio.kzbin.infoX0PAoEFeXLo/edit

[@bunnielynn777]

@@TheIncredibleJourney yes, I have been sharing your videos. And I love the one on Desmond Doss, he lived in this area where I reside up until his death. He was a man that we SDA’s should be proud of❤️

[@WizzRacing]

He was a 7th day Adventist. Become a professor of Old Testament...He died August 11th 1994 age 59...

[@appaloosa42]

He had to be much older than 59…

[@elboboalgrammari6520]

That math makes him born in 1935...

[@RenateMtV]

@wizzracing That's Gerhard Franz Hasel, who was 4 years old when the war started... He was his youngest son. Franz Josef Hasel was born in 1899, served in the 1st WW too, married in 1925 and past away about 2 weeks before his 92nd birthday in 1991. His youngest daughter (younger sister of Gerhard) wrote a book about him.

[@WizzRacing]

@@RenateMtV Just going by what they posted on his Bio... I think someone posted the Bio for his Son. As his father was born in 1917 and was drafted..

[@RenateMtV]

@@WizzRacing I searched until I was sure, Franz Josef was the man this story is about, Gerhard was his 3rd child.

[@tj9577]

"Thank you" for this great message in our daily walk ,that gives us all hope !

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. Yes, this story is encouraging. War brings out the worst in people, but every now and then, we see a story like Franz Hasel or Desmond Doss. Have you seen our program on Desmond Doss? It is equally inspiring; kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@harryshriver6223]

I was truly impressed by the moral code and adherents by the lone German Soldier who never wavered in his beliefs❤

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Yes we agree. It was an honour to re-enact this history and share it here. Also, just to let you know, there is another story of Heroism and faith by a man called Desmond Doss. We have a program here on it. We hope you also enjoy this program kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@billymkirkwood4956]

I unfortunately as a Roman Catholic and non practising Catholic with the day to day problems of life, I am and always will be a good samaritain towards anyone in need... with the Geopolitical things going on now, I fear these days again will return sadly 😥

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

You are partially right. There are troubling times ahead but Jesus will return and put an end to all this suffering. May we suggest our free bible study guides? This is a series of studies that will give you confidence and remove any fear we have about the future. tij.tv/free-offers-discover-bible-studies/

[@mrhassell]

I've often wondered if I'm somehow distantly related to this guy... my grandfather gave his life in WW2 1941. It really was a horrific war, turning brothers against brothers.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

War is brutal and horrific. Satan divides us against one another or as you so aptly put it, brothers against brothers. If you enjoyed this program, we think you will also enjoy the story of Desmond Doss. studio.kzbin.infoX0PAoEFeXLo/edit

[@piotrzareba7876]

My great grandfather died in september 1939 he was a Polish as i am

[@lorettagarcia212]

We are all related.

[@MartenKrueger-sx4me]

My Grandfather and Father were Kruger, in the German army..Now in America spelt Krueger...my father lives in Iowa...too this day.

[@anniebroman8914]

What an incredibly amazing story! I so love this and want to share it with others. Praise God for this man Franz Hassel!

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad you have enjoyed the program. Whilst war may bring the worst out of mankind, there are slithers of hope we see in people such as Franz Hasel (and others we have heard about from our viewers) who stand faithful to their beliefs and morals. Another program we have is on Desmond Doss. If you enjoyed this program, we believe you will enjoy this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@mc.8391]

I dont believe that Franz Hasel was just one of a kind.... I am sure there were more like souls, but we never got to hear about them, either because they never made it through the war or silence was their one means of safety so that is how they remained.......

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

You raise a thoughtful point. While Franz Hasel's story is remarkable, it's quite possible there were other individuals during that era who also courageously upheld their moral convictions, even in the face of adversity. The inhumane conditions of World War II regrettably silenced many noble voices before their stories could be told. Some may have chosen to keep a low profile as a means of self-preservation, preventing their acts of conscience from being widely shared, but if this be the case, this is where they are, unlike Franz Hasel, who stood firm for his convictions.

[@starrbowie8649]

The Allies never responded to persistent efforts of the German Resistance to collaborate in the defeat of the Nazis, as the Allies had successfully coordinated with the French Resistance. A decision that no doubt cost many lives in prolonging the war and likely made it politically important to suppress news of German dissidents. Terrence Malik did a film a few years ago on an Austrian dissident, the Austrian jails were reportedly filled with German deserters, German villages have graveyards chock-full of graves of 18 year-old farm boys hardly in a position to make a wise evaluation given their isolated rural lives and the dire economic straits Germany was left in by the Treaty if Versailles war reparation demands of the victors of World War I. There are accounts of German military chaplains going to mitary brass to raise concerns of the rank-and-file over treatment of Jewish families and other conquered civilians. There were sadistic moral monsters, there were indifferent opportunists, there were misguided but committed patriots, and there were stoical cynics, but like every army, there were naive dupes who wised up but were just at a loss as to how to act constructively inside a juggernaut, even if they were willing to risk death as traitors .

[@skathwoelya2935]

Love the video. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. God bless

[@naturesdose]

Thank you TIJ for this incredible story to strengthen our faith. Mr.Hansel reminds me of Desmond Doss.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. Yes there definitely are some similarities between the two. We have a documentary on Desmond Doss also. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtEsi=l4IcfyfxgtPLdNcQ

[@user-cc3ki2vi4r]

They both practiced the same religion. That is why they seem similar.

[@reneebarayuga2143]

I have read the book, "A thousand shall fall," shared with me by a friend. Truly, God is real! He protects His people. I'm amazed at Frank Hasel's courage and bravery to stand up firm his faith. Could I share this video with social media?

[@JudyAnn17]

The audiobook is well done too.

[@bartboesten]

As a protector of national monument Musuem Vught in the Netherlands. It is very comforting to do my task as a witness of Christ. I preached against the Anti Israelian protesters this week. Shorly grace and mercy are with me all the days of my life. May my work for the musuem of the former concentration camp be protected by God. Hallelujah

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Yes you are welcome to share this program on any social media platform. We encourage anyone to share our programs as they are made for people to be encouraged and to learn of God. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed this program. Actually, if you found this program inspiring, we are sure you will also enjoy life experience of Desmond Doss. Here is our program on Desmond and once again, please share any of our programs you enjoy. God bless studio.kzbin.infoX0PAoEFeXLo/edit

[@arkhinwinnardlauzon3457]

It touch my heart what Franz Hasel did of his Incredible kindness saving lives of others. As well as Capt. Wilhem Hossenfeld and also he is almost similar to Desmond Doss who preferred not to use a Gun. May God Bless Their Souls such Salute, Love and Respect. If I have a chance to visit in Germany I will pay respect and honor these Kind German Soldiers who choose to spare and save lives of those in need.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Amen! Yes, the courageous acts of Franz Hasel and people like him are truly inspiring. You mentioned Desmond Doss, for people who have not seen this program, you can see it here: Desmond Doss: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@perplexed6088]

Thanks so much for such an inspirational story.🙏🙏🙏for you and your work.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed the program. God bless

[@garyc39]

He was a critical thinker.He saw through the propaganda

[@joslynandcarltonramsubhag1836]

Enjoyed this real story. Hope to hear about more such persons who stood up and made a difference.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We have another program you will enjoy. This one is about Desmond Doss. Let us know what you think. It is also truly inspiring, kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@joslynandcarltonramsubhag1836]

I am just pleased to know as much as I can during that period in history. Though certain aspects may not be as accurate, I am so curious to learn about events and people during such terrible days. Looking foward to learning about Germans like this soldier who stood up against this criminality.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

We have some more programs that fit your criteria Dietrich Bonhoeffer: A Story of Courage and Faith kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHTUnGCsfJhkras Defiance - The Bielski Partisans kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoawk3mqmamYeqM The Last Soldier kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5fSlKCweK2Cm8U God bless

[@Y-AR]

Awe-inspiring story. Indeed, only by the power of God and His influence in our lives, that we can do the unthinkable, and choose to be good, regardless of the situation we are in. We cannod be that good nor remain safe on our own.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Self-preservation is the natural instinct for most people. It is only by being filled with the Holy Spirit and having love for strangers whom Jesus also died for that one can even contemplate the acts that Franz Hasel did.

[@Sigrid333]

Love these stories. Thank you and God bless you brother.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Glad you like them! We appreciate the feedback. God bless

[@MegaMARLEEN1]

What a wow soldier and man. Stories like that bring back my believe in humanity and the hope that we can all be like that.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Franz Hasel was one soldier but we are hearing from viewers that more soldiers also tried to follow their morals and preserve life. Another great example was the man Desmond Doss: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@zacharynunley9677]

I would’ve love to see it had Franz Hasel and Desmond Doss gotten to meet, both men had fought in some of the most brutal battles of the war, and yet refused to carry a weapon, never took a life, and both survived the war. Although they fought in different theaters of the war, Desmond Doss fought in the U.S. Army Pacific Theater

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

100% agreed. When they get to Heaven they will have a lot to share. Thank you for your feedback. For anyone who has not seen the story of Desmond Doss, we have a program on his experience. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@Richard-me2pq]

Somehow their uniforms do not look like German military uniforms.

[@10_rds_Fire_For_Effect]

They are modern German Bundeswehr uniforms. There are a lot of poorly researched inaccuracies in this video. For example, Franz Hasel served in an army pioneer unit. His commander 8:18, a mere lieutenant, has a Generals insignia of the infamous Nazi SS on his tunic collar which is a modern Bundeswehr tunic.

[@richstrobel]

Good video. I'm glad I found your channel.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your kind words. We are also glad you found our channel, we release program regularly and encourage you to subscribe. If you enjoyed this progam, we have another which we think you will really enjoy. Desmond Doss: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE God bless

[@godblessusa1036]

What a profile in courage to help me in my own walk with Christ. ✝️🙏🕊️

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. Indeed we can all find encouragement in our day to day lives from the experience of Franz Hasel. May God bless you.

[@TangoGeometria]

Great video! Well worth watching despite the censored uniforms.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback.

[@frankmesiti4824]

Yes, I also loved this program but don't understand the censorship of the uniforms. Historical programs should be true to as how things were. Why would you show real footage of Hitler and German soldiers in actual uniform with all insignia but not in the recreated scenes. Nevertheless, a great story and great host. Thank you.

[@TangoGeometria]

@@frankmesiti4824 Cancel culture destroys the truth & creates an ill-informed society. The Twitter Files showed that under previous mgmt they routinely censored facts that are true, but inconvenient to the govt & woke oligarchs. YT & FB do the same.

[@acfinney1]

I listen to this as I drove like many other war stories. I must say that I was pleasantly inspired. Thank you so much.

[@cobusprinsloo]

This reminds me of the true story of an American soldier, which was filmed under the movie title “Hacksaw Bridge”. Very, very, inspiring.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Yes indeed! That was Desmond Doss. For anyone interested, we have a program on Desmond also kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE Thank you for your feedback. God bless

[@annerfrancis]

Desmond Doss.

[@richardnix3530]

Subscribed. As a sinner, I enjoyed this and took comfort in your story. Continue. Please..

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback and for subscribing. There is another incredible story about another war hero called Desmond Doss who was a hero and stood by his faith. Here is a link to this program. We are sure you will enjoy it kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE God bless

[@jodypitt3629]

This story makes me cry😢

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Yes it certainly is emotional. War is brutal but Hasel was a pacifist and loved the Lord. There is a lesson in this story for all of us. God bless you. Thank you for your feedback

[@jodypitt3629]

HI, whatever had become of Franz Hasel after the war?

[@Jim-on8bz]

Everyone wants to jump on band wagon or follow who is most powerful. It takes real conviction and courage to go against a whole country.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Pure conviction and there are a few examples such as Franz Hassel and Desmond Doss is another. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE - Hop you enjoy this one too.

[@t.k.enyuzen-niederneufluss5731]

Vielen Dank für dieses Video.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

We are delighted you have enjoyed this program. God bless

[@jayharr6250]

Amazing story. Just when I thought I had heard all of the stories of WW2. Truly a remarkable tale of a remarkable man.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted you found something new and enjoyed the program. Have you seen our program on Desmond Doss? Another courageous man who stood by his beliefs. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@crystalheart9]

Amazing story, thank you.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed it. Another program we think you will like is, Desmond Doss: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@crystalheart9]

@@TheIncredibleJourney ty💕

[@borntoclimb7116]

That is a incredible storie, sad it is almost forgotten.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

In a small way, we are doing our part so that it is not forgotten. We are delighted you enjoyed it. By the way, there is a similar war time hero who was also faithful and that was Desmond Doss. You can see his story here. We think you will love it :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@borntoclimb7116]

@@TheIncredibleJourney nice

[@mfungomunema2949]

Tears of joy welled my eyes as I beheld how God rescued His faithful servant and soldier - Franz Hasel. This is not normal, thus it is only by the Power of the Holy Spirit that we too can live in total surrender to God. I am truly blessed.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for sharing. We are delighted this program has had a positive impact for you. If you found this story encouraging, we are sure you will enjoy our program on Desmond Doss, a story also filled with faith and courage. May God bless you kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@gentleeyes]

So many think of pacificists as cowards, but he was braver than all of the critics. We all want to think we could be as brave as Franz under the same circumstances, but few could live up to this incredible example.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Yes you are correct. It takes more courage to be a pacifist than to actually fight in the war. The risk for him, without God would have been much higher than just doing his job. War brings out the worst in mankind but every now and then we get a story like this :)

[@jeandodd873]

What a man respect

[@georgedaniel930]

A wonderful true witness of God's love. thank you for such a fantastic presentation

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. Yes, we agree this is a wonderful example of God's love.

[@werJesushathatdasLeben]

Otto Schimek, Franz Jägerstätter, Dietrich Bonhoeffer

[@sammartinez8084]

Great story and thanks for the info 😄💯👍😄😄👍😄👍👍👍

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Our pleasure! If you enjoyed this program, you will enjoy our program on Desmond Doss, another wartime hero who was true to his faith. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@marksheehan8026]

What an amazing man...

[@NeldaInubban]

Amen♥️ such a blessed faith full of love and wisdom 😊 thanks for sharing 🙏🙏 All things are possible with God Almighty in our Heart❤

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed the program. Have you seen our program on Desmond Doss? Another courageous man who stood by his beliefs: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@wildcolonialman]

Remarkable man.

[@briancrawford8751]

It's funny how they'll just give any old German soldier the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross in movies as if it's nothing when it was almost as rarely given out as the Medal of Honor.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. Yes, we can understand your scepticism, but I want to assure you that we have done our research before we make any such claims or inferences. We do our humanly best to portray all our programs as accurately as humanly possible. Some of our research for this program relating to the cross is below for your reference. Regarding the Maltese Cross, we have checked the book on Franz Hasel called, ‘A Thousand Shall Fall’. This is a quote from the book page 23, A few days later, Franz was promoted to Private FirstCclass. To his surprise, he also received a medal, the Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse Mit Schwertern, the War Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords. Curiously he stared at the satin-lined box. In it gleamed the Maltese Cross with the Swastika in the center and the two swords crossed diagonally, all hanging from the ribbon bar with its red, white, and black stripes and another pair of crossed swords.

[@briancrawford8751]

@@TheIncredibleJourney Oh I didn't mean to pick on you or disparage your efforts at all, and I apologize if I came off that way. I was just thinking of how Hollywood movies do this fairly frequently, especially with mid-level officers. I'm fairly sure I've seen them give the award even to junior and mid-level Gestapo officers, when IIRC only big shots like Heinrich Mueller were awarded the Ritterkreuz. Keep up the good work, and bravo on your efforts to be as historically accurate as possible!

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you so much for your response. God does work in mysterious ways and so anything is possible. At the end of the day, we wanted to celebrate an individual (and many like him, as we have had viewers recount their ancestor's accounts during the war) who stood for their morals. We need more people in society to stand for what is right. God bless and thank you for your feedback.

[@billymkirkwood4956]

This is such a beautiful story that good men and women on both sides still existed ❤

[@bluebiegrace1828]

I love history ❤

[@ranjandasgupta2995]

The story is finding ' Needle' in a haystack.

[@braddavid902]

Incredible story

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you. There is another incredible story about another war hero called Desmond Doss. Here is a link to this program. We are sure you will enjoy it kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE God bless

[@bgarcia9920]

There were no revolvers in use by the Wehrmacht. They used pistols only.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for the correction. We do our best to be accurate when producing these re-enactments. Hope this small error does not distract from the story itself. Thank you for the feedback

[@juliusdream2683]

Were did it mention revolver I heard pistol or weapon.

[@user-vy7tr4qr4w]

Wow what an amazing story..it put me to a bit of shame..

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We hope our program will encourage you and all our viewers.

[@gregorybathurst7171]

Wasn't it Sven Hassel who wrote those great books from a German punishment battalion view point of WW2 ?

[@alanmoon6274]

Should be made into movie to tell his story

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

You are right, it really is hard to squeeze what we could into a short program but we are limited to broadcasting time slots with the TV networks. Having said that... maybe we need a mini series. Thank you for the idea. God bless

[@davestoneband]

What an amazing story.

[@Maximilian0011]

yeah, rather unbelievable :)

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

An amazing story no doubt and we can understand how some may feel it is "unbelievable" but miracles are hard to believe, yet history is there for us. The medals handed out to people like Franz Hasel and Desmond Doss are real and recorded so we can have faith in the accounts. Here is the program on Desmond Doss for any who have missed it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@geoffreytotton1983]

Inspirational

[@robertstanfill2360]

Isn't God great? ❤❤Annette

[@2012photograph]

In all my years in studying World War 2 never heard of him.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

That is great we have found someone you have not heard of. There was a book about his experience, "A Thousand Shall Fall" The full program is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n32TXpiMhbmbpNk

[@NeilFLiversidge]

The decoration was the Iron Cross, not the Maltese Cross, and that uniform looks like something from the postwar Bundeswehr judging by the absence of Nazi insignia.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We will pass this on to the production team for further investigation. We appreciate you letting us know about this.

[@patrickmccrann991]

Nazi symbols can not be used as it is against the law. Uniform is correct; however, that is an officers uniform.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you

[@borschbandit]

The actor playing Hasel is not wearing a period correct uniform. He is wearing a post-war East German Uniform.

[@peace-now]

His sergeant is wearing the uniform of a three star general.

[@pkphilips2]

What an amazing story of an amazing man of God! He is one of the righteous among the nations and I am sure the Lord will bless him richly!

[@adamstuhlman2206]

I don't think the German Worker's Party was ever called the German Labour Party when Anton Drexler founded it, unless I'm wrong?

[@frankschaeffer8153]

workers party and labor party both translate to Arbeiterpartei in German

[@peace-now]

NSDAP was the party. Look it up.

[@ringo688]

It's always puzzled me, how do you get the name, nazis, from the NSDAP?

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your question. According to Wikipedia (not that this source i always 100% accurate but as a guide), we quote The Nazi Party, officially the National Socialist German Workers' Party (German: Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei or NSDAP), was a far-right political party in Germany active between 1920 and 1945 that created and supported the ideology of Nazism.

[@Glen.Danielsen]

I’m confused. Franz Hasel was born in 1935. He would have been only 10 years old by the war’s end.

[@williamberry8895]

Probably meant 1925. The age adds up

[@Glen.Danielsen]

@@williamberry8895 Thanks William; it wouldn’t be the first time Wikipedia has erred.

[@juligraham7319]

He was born in 1898. He was 40 years old when drafted in 1939. He died in 1991. Maybe you are referring to one of his sons?

[@Glen.Danielsen]

@@juligraham7319 Ah, that may be. Thanks Juli.

[@edwardh1591]

Neat story.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Another neat story is Desmond Doss. Have you seen that one? Truly amazing also. Here is our program on Desmond Doss kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@user-fd7tg5so5k]

An Adventist i must say a Sabbath keeper. he and desmond dos? may get along with each other

[@HerrDocktor23]

Correct Desmond Doss was also an Adventist. A tremendous hero.

[@steveayers6887]

amazing story of faith....

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

We think so too. Another amazing story is Desmond Doss. If you have not heard about Doss, you can see our program on him here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@bodhisatwachakrabarty959]

Which language did Franz Hasel use to communicate with the Russians? Was he fluent in Russian language?

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

His mother tongue was unquestionably German but it's possible he may have picked up some basic Russian during his time stationed in occupied Russian territories as the German army advanced eastward. We also experience this when we visit foreign countries for a vacation, we quickly learn greetings or words of gratitude in the local vernacular.

[@mourningwarblers5863]

A THOUSAND SHALL FALL is a fine account writtwn by his daughter.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Absolutely. We recommend this book to anyone who wants to read a more detailed account. Unfortunately, our coverage is limited due to the networks we broadcast on. Another great story is the experience of Desmond Doss. If you have not seen this one, we have a program on this courageous man here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@rhondahart2416]

What a great story! I just finished Amir Tsarfati's book on Daniel! Good job people!

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed this program.

[@edgardocana4234]

The same story of a u.s. army soldier desmon doss portrayed in the movie Hacksaw Ridge

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Yes indeed!!! We have a program on Desmond Doss also: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@kazkazimierz1742]

So what happened to Franz after the war?

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Good question - In the late 1940s, he was briefly imprisoned by Russian occupation forces, likely due to his religious leadership role. - After his release in 1948, Hasel left communist East Germany and relocated to the Western occupied zones of Germany. - From 1948 to 1958, he taught Old Testament at the Adventist seminary in Darmstadt, West Germany. - In 1958, he accepted an invitation to become a professor at the Adventist seminary (now called Séminaire Adventiste) in Collonges-sous-Salève, France. - Hasel taught at Collonges for about 9 years until 1967. - In 1967, at age 66, he joined the faculty of the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary at Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan, USA. - He served as an Old Testament professor at Andrews until his retirement in 1973 at age 72. - Hasel continued writing and remained active in Adventist biblical scholarship until his later years. So while enduring difficulties like imprisonment during WWII, Hasel was able to resume his teaching career after the war, first in Germany, then France, before finally joining the seminary at Andrews University in the United States in 1967.

[@deanoswell3302]

At 15 seconds into viewing., strangely he is showing what appears to be Nebuchadnezzar's image. This is typically though utilized in view of Bible-teaching on Daniel. .am I seeing wrong, . ..or was this some sort of pictorial code. ..??

[@johnscheermeijer3436]

Has the complete video answered your question?

[@glennschofield2880]

@deanoswell3302 yes Gary was showing the nebuchadnezzar image from Daniel 2 :) you are not seeing wrong and its all true what Gary shared :)

[@johnscheermeijer3436]

I can testify to the power of Hasel's God to protect those that put their faith in him. And the Bible provides many examples of God's saving power that are verified by history. My dad's mother was a contemporary of Hasel but spent the duration of the war in what was then the Dutch East Indies. A missionary-educator shared his faith with her during the ten years leading up to the war. She became a committed Christian just prior to the outbreak of war in the Pacific. Our family like the Hasel family treasure the many stories of God's saving power in the lives of our grandparents during those horrific years of WWII.

[@thhseeking]

At 8:24 that is NOT a Wermacht Leutnant's insignia. That is (minus the Nazi breast eagle) an "SS_Obergruppenfuehrer und General der Waffen-SS" insignia. The Wehrmacht uniforms are also wrong, looking more like NVA uniforms.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We work hard to achieve accuracy; however, it is sometimes difficult to source exact replicas of things such as soldier uniforms. We do acknowledge your points and we have let production know accordingly. We hope this detail will not detract too much from the actual message of the program. Thanks for watching.

[@angelabushby1891]

Was he an Office.

[@philharris5848]

I don't understand why Hazel threw his pistol into a lake and then he made a fake gun to take its place. If caught he would clearly be executed. Surely all he had to do is remove all of the bullets.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Perhaps, like many of us, he may have been tempted to reload the pistol. But no pistol = no temptation.

[@motog4-75]

Is there a film about this story?

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Not aware of a movie, but there is a book called, "A Thousand Shall Fall"

[@GaryEllington-dy8li]

Love ❤️ conquers all 😊

[@10_rds_Fire_For_Effect]

Why is Hasel's "Sargeant" at 19:48 wearing the insignia of a General in the SS? Just like the SS general's insignia worn by Hasel's unit commander the "Lieutenant".

[@PolizeiPaul]

Not only that but Hasel woudn't have warned folks to look out for BLACK UNIFORMED SS as the black coats were ditched in 1937 and replaced with grey, Wehrmacht uniforms was more a brownish green. Other than those inaccuracies this was a great story.

[@Maximilian0011]

good point, the answer this story is a fairy tale with fluffy puffy unicorn and its farts is only missing LOL

[@koph5664]

BTW... what kind of a church are you of? I took a preliminary course through the TIJ site, but did not want to give my email. It is a private email. Still, great video on a Soldier who obeyed God than man.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We are not funded by a church, but rather, we are a donor-funded ministry. We cover stories that are about ordinary people doing extra ordinary things through their faith. As far as accuracy, I can assure you the team researches thoroughly before production. We are happy to discuss any questions you may have. I understand your email address is private. You are welcome to call us during business hours, Australian Eastern Standard Time. You may choose to contact us through our web form but without a valid email address, it will be difficult to respond. Here is our contact page where you can freely call us or email through our online form. tij.tv/contact-us/ Alternatively, if you use FaceBook, feel free to send us a message through Messenger (facebook.com/TheIncredibleJourneyMinistry). I assure you we do not arvest email addresses, viewers need to subscribe to our newsletter if they want regular updates from The Incredible Journey.

[@judithlewis9634]

I did not much like the actors. I prefer just the narration. Thank you.

[@KBauer-cs1rh]

Yes, it is Saturday or Sabbato (Shabbat) which means the "Seventh" in many different languages. It is Saturday that is the day of our Lord and it is his law as well.

[@garden2356]

Sadly I'm not in those countries

[@williamberry8895]

I really hope this story is totally true and not exaggerated

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. I assure you, we do research our programs well before we even develop a script and then we check everything again for accuracy.

[@stevenrobertson4470]

Was Franz Hasel a 7th Day Adventist? I knew some 7th Day Adventists when I was in Germany, they were good people!

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your question. Yes he was.

[@hoodooguri]

Iron Cross, not Maltese Cross. I know it technically is a Maltese cross but it isn’t called that. The uniforms look like Bundeswehr not Wehrmacht

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your astute observations. First the uniforms were not a perfect replica, as much as we try, sometimes it is not easy to obtain perfect replica's. We do research our program in depth and we just want to share the following quote the production team provided in regards to the cross awarded Franz. ----snip--- A few days later, Franz was promoted to Private FirstCclass. To his surprise, he also received a medal, the Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse Mit Schwertern, the War Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords. Curiously he stared at the satin-lined box. In it gleamed the Maltese Cross with the Swastika in the center and the two swords crossed diagonally, all hanging from the ribbon bar with its red, white, and black stripes and another pair of crossed swords. We truly hope these small discrepancies will not distract you and others from the insprational message in this progra,. God bless

[@garden2356]

History predicted their future

[@cannotfindmyshoes3]

Good or not, I think he was a bit bonkers to throw his gun away. He could have kept it and vowed only to use it as a last resort to protect himself. As a sharpshooter he could have disarmed an enemy without shooting to kill.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Right or wrong, perhaps he regretted, maybe not. We all make rash decisions sometimes but without question, he did not fear for his life as he trusted in God. So perhaps this was also part of his motivation. Regardless, his selfless acts saved many lives.

[@MichaelBowen-bh7kf]

What a incredible true story 😢❤ Thank you so much for sharing it it was a wonderful tierfull Blessing .. Thank You so Much! I am a German, English American the story truly touched My Heart ♥ I have Gotten Reed of all My working Fire arms , and now I to well follow My German Brothers lead in Jesus name Amen😢❤😊🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Jesus is Lord!

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback and such kind words. We are truly delighted that this program has inspired you in such a positive manner. Can we suggest our program on Desmond Doss, another truly courageous man of faith. Desmond Doss: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE God bless you

[@jadazahintay3573]

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[@sylviaroyce8736]

Speak for yourself.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

We need to pray for peace. Every person is valuable to God. War brings out the worst in humanity but occasionally, we can find unique individuals like Desmond Doss and Franz Hasel who stand by their faith.

[@ianlucas7679]

Absolute hero this man .Thanks so much Franz for being an unbelievable human being under the evil regime . Wat brain washed a lot of your people 👍👏

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed this program and would like to suggest another program we have on the war hero Desmond Doss who was also true to his faith. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@robertstanfill2360]

The Bible the owners manual for life. Follow it and you wont go wrong. Thank yiu for sharing. ❤❤annette

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback. There is another true-life individual called Desmond Doss. If you have not heard of him, we think you will be equally inspired by his story. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGzcqJ7e8qLgtE

[@berndhofmann752]

My father was a salesman and drawn to the Wehrmacht in 1940. He was first in France, then in Russia and 1944 to 45 in Yugoslawia . He said, that in 1943 Germany started to lose the war. There were a lot of German soldiers, who supported people of the attacked countries. ❤❤❤ Thank you for your report!

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your feedback and additional commentary. We have also been told of others from our viewers who also had a pacifist view in the army. Franz Hasel is one person who has been well documented and a book published on his life but we salute all who stand for life. God bless