Danish SS Soldier Fathered at Least 15 Children as Sperm Donor in Sweden

A Danish SS soldier, identified as Walther Frisch, fathered at least 15 children in four countries through sperm donations made in Sweden during the 1960s. Frisch, who was sentenced to one year in prison for joining the Germans during World War II, later became a donor via fertility treatments at Karolinska University Hospital.

The revelation comes from a documentary by Danish broadcaster DR. The report indicates that the children were born in Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Germany. Two of the children, featured in the documentary, have publicly questioned how Frisch could have been approved as a sperm donor given his past.

Karolinska University Hospital has declined to be interviewed for the documentary but stated that they possess no information regarding the donor. The lack of information from the hospital raises concerns about the screening processes in place at the time for sperm donors, particularly those with controversial backgrounds.

This case highlights a lesser-known aspect of the post-war era, where individuals with complex histories may have contributed to the genetic lineage of numerous children through assisted reproductive technologies. The story prompts reflection on ethical considerations and the long-term consequences of past actions.