The Ratline: 10. Persilschein

Philippe and the team work out the identity of the mysterious man Otto lunched with on Lake Albano, and discover he too is connected with the Nazi Bishop. They take a trip to the lake to meet the Priest who buried the man and he reveals an unbelievable family secret.

A story of life, love and a curious death told by writer and barrister, Philippe Sands. A cold war mystery that reveals shadowy forces at work and consequences that stretch across generations.

In this episode, Dame Sue Black is incorrectly described as a forensic pathologist. She is a forensic anthropologist.

Producer: Gemma Newby

Sound Design: Neil Churchill