Ain-Ervin Mere

Estonian SS officer during WWII

Ain-Ervin Mere - Estonian SS officer during WWII
Born

1903
122 years ago

Died

April 5th, 1969
56 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Estonia

Links & References

Served as an officer in the German SS during World War II. Participated in military operations on the Eastern Front. Involved in the administration of repressive measures in occupied territories. After the war, remained a controversial figure due to association with the Nazi regime.

Served in the Waffen-SS

Participated in operations in Estonia

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