Secret Nazi Expeditions — Season 1, Episode 6: Runes
Documentary • 45 min • 1 season, 6 episodes • ★ 7.0/10
Episode synopsis
Runes are the letters of an ancient Germanic writing system that harkens back to a mythological age filled with heroes, magic, and mystery. To the Nazis, runes were about power, and represented proof of Aryan dominance. Himmler made rune studies obligatory for SS officers as he believed they held mystical power and even placed protective runes on SS uniforms and buildings.
About Secret Nazi Expeditions
WWII. The Nazis create an elite team of scientists to scour the globe and mount expeditions to extreme and harsh locations. Their mission: rewrite history and collect ancient artifacts in the name of the thousand-year Reich.