Anton Geiser
Croatian SS officer during WWII
Born
October 17th, 1924
100 years ago
Died
2012
13 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Croatia
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Born in 1924, this individual served as an officer in the SS during World War II. Engaged in various military operations in the Eastern Front. Participated in significant activities related to the regime's military strategies. His actions and involvement during the war resulted in his rankings and assignments within the SS hierarchy. Post-war, faced trials and was associated with events leading to the war's conclusion in Europe.
Service as an SS officer
Participation in Eastern Front operations
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