Albert Battel

German Army lieutenant and lawyer

Albert Battel - Activists & Humanitarians born January 21st, 1891
Born
Died

1952
74 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Germany

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Born in 1891, an army lieutenant served during World War II in the German military. While stationed in Przemyśl, actively protected Jewish citizens from deportation. After the war, worked as a lawyer and remained engaged in legal practices until retirement. His actions during the war were later recognized, highlighting the moral choices made amidst conflict.

Protected Jewish citizens during WWII

Served as a German Army lieutenant

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