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The Shadow of His Wings: A Graphic Biography of Fr. Gereon Goldmann

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Here is the astonishing true story of the harrowing experiences of a young German seminarian drafted into Hitler's dreaded SS at the onset of World War II. Without betraying his Christian ideals, against all odds, and in the face of Evil, Gereon Goldmann was able to complete his priestly training, be ordained, and secretly minister to German Catholic soldiers and innocent civilian victims caught up in the horrors of war. How it all came to pass will astound you.

Father Goldmann tells of his own incredible experiences of the trials of war, his many escapes from almost certain death, and the diabolical persecution that he and his fellow Catholic soldiers encountered on account of their faith. What emerges is an extraordinary witness to the workings of Divine Providence and the undying power of love, prayer, faith, and sacrifice.

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    The Shadow of His Wings

    Posted by Bryan Grovoes on Jul 24th 2025

    I bought this as a gift for my grandson who is about to turn 12 and is going through a phase, with the encouragement of his brother, where he shows and interest in WWII history and in the German army. I liked that this book showed German soldiers suffering and often losing, as well as showing the horrors of war. I liked that the book showed that not all Germans were rabid NAZIs, and that some clung to their Christian faith. I liked that the book explained that there are ways of serving without actively fighting and killing, especially if your nation's cause is not righteous.

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