Discover Alex Kurzem’s journey from Hitler’s youngest soldier to uncovering his identity in Australia.
The remarkable tale of Alex Kurzem, known as “The Mascot” and considered Hitler’s youngest soldier, unveils in the premiere of Australia Uncovered‘s new season, Hitler’s Jewish Soldier?.
This series delves into Kurzem‘s journey, a Jewish boy who concealed his identity for nearly five decades in Australia before seeking to uncover his past. The documentary explores the veracity of Kurzem‘s story, oscillating between being an astonishing truth and a potential Holocaust hoax.
Dan Goldberg, a Jewish journalist and the film’s director, traverses continents to solve the enigma surrounding The Mascot. This investigation unfolds like a true-crime mystery, engaging audiences with its suspenseful narrative and unexpected twists.
Hitler’s Jewish Soldier? is set to captivate viewers on Thursday, 8 February at 8.40pm on SBS and SBS On Demand, marking the first episode of the anticipated Australia Uncovered season.
