The Vatican will open its archives on Pius XII, hoping to give a complete vision of the pope's strategy during World War II.<\/p>\n
The documents will explain why Pius XII didn't publicly denounce anti-Jewish persecution in those years, and why he chose to act behind-the-scenes and hide Jews in convents, abbeys and even his own house.<\/p>\n
Among the first researchers to analyze the documents will be experts from the Holocaust Memorial in Washington.<\/p>\n
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\nArchivist and Librarian of Santa Romana Church<\/strong>
\n\u201cThe Church is not afraid of history. Pope Francis told us this when we met with him. The opening of the archives demonstrates peace of mind and a desire to share our history and our documents with anyone who can study them.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n
\nVice-Prefect of Vatican Apostolic Archives<\/strong>
\n\u201cIt will undoubtedly provide a broader and more well-founded perspective to better judge and understand the whole situation.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n
\nPropaganda Fidei Historical Archives<\/strong>
\n\u201cHe prevented Americans and allied forces from destroying Rome. He also contributed to making the Germans leave the city without causing even more damage.\u201d
\n<\/em>
\nStarting Monday, March 2, 16 million documents from the Pius XII archives will be available. It's taken 20 people and 14 years to classify them.<\/p>\n
\nVatican Apostolic Archives<\/strong>
\n\u201cThere's a tremendous amount of material. It's important to approach research calmly and above all, with an interdisciplinary attitude. On every topic, there will be many sources to consult.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n
\nVice-Prefect of Vatican Apostolic Archives<\/strong>
\n\u201cThere are many issues: Church governance, the pope's relationship dioceses, theological development. The important thing is the broad scope of perspectives and the multiplicity of themes. Let's not reduce the papacy to a single aspect.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n
\nPrefect, Vatican Apostolic Archives<\/strong>
\n\u201cPius XII wanted to call a council, but he decided not to. He governed the Church purposefully. He appointed bishops according to his agenda. He guided the Church through a very difficult time, but with a very strong personal impact.\u201d
\n<\/em>
\nTheoretically, the archives were to open in 2028, but Pope Francis decided to open them eight years early. The archives can accommodate 60 researchers at a time. As of now, 160 people have reserved a slot. Their work will help put together a more complete picture of this 20th-century protagonist.<\/p>\n