Initially, hitler claimed christianity. Yet,yet. look up Thule gesellschaft. Also, maybe read the work of John Jay Robinson or Barbara Tuchman, might change your mind vis'a'vis' the 'Crusades'. In 400 years, only 40 people were sentenced to death by the 'court of spiritual welfare " The rest met their fate by Spanish Civil court.
Civilian in peace, Soldier in war... You get the idea. Yeah?
J.O.M.