Is there any factual basis to the Hollywood trope of the 3rd Reich and particular Adolf Hitler's obsession with the occult and supernatural powers when seeking a superior weapon as so often seen in countless movies and documentaries.

by reximhotep
big_ol_floppy_dicks

Hi,

While we wait for a proper answer, here are a few links to some well written responses to similar questions about Nazi occultism and artifact hunting.

Nazi searches for supernatural artifacts/power - /u/szdfan

Nazi Occultism - /u/mikedash

I also recommend checking out the WWII section of the FAQ / Wiki, as it has a lot of great answers about this topic.