Unsolved Mysteries of World War II (1992): S01E05 – Himmler’s Castle

Introduction A series which questions some of the strangest mysteries of World War II. Also stylised as Unsolved Mysteries of WWII. Outline Deep in the Westphalian countryside Heinrich Himmler transformed an ancient castle into a secret centre for the SS rites and rituals. What were the mysterious ceremonies performed in the castle crypt? Did Himmler…

Andrew Marshall

31/08/2022

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, War, World War Two

Introduction

A series which questions some of the strangest mysteries of World War II.

Also stylised as Unsolved Mysteries of WWII.

Outline

Deep in the Westphalian countryside Heinrich Himmler transformed an ancient castle into a secret centre for the SS rites and rituals. What were the mysterious ceremonies performed in the castle crypt? Did Himmler really believe that the castle would be the spiritual focal point of the final great battle between East and West?

Unsolved Mysteries of World War II Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 1992 (UK) and 01 September 2004 (US).
Running Time: 13-28 minutes (per episode).
Rating: 13+.
Country: US.
Language: English.