Carl Clauberg

Nazi physician known for medical experiments

Carl Clauberg - Nazi physician known for medical experiments
Born

September 28th, 1898
126 years ago

Died

August 9th, 1957
67 years ago — 58 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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A German physician involved in the notorious medical experiments during World War II, Clauberg's work took place primarily in concentration camps. He specialized in gynecological experiments, particularly focusing on sterilization procedures. After the war, he was captured by Soviet forces, where he was tried and sentenced for his actions. Following his release, he practices medicine in Germany before his death in 1957.

Conducted sterilization experiments in Auschwitz

Involved in medical experimentation on prisoners

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