Elfriede Rinkel
German SS officer during World War II
Born
Died
2018
8 years ago — 96 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Germany
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Served as an SS officer during World War II, participating in various military operations. Held a significant position within the SS, contributing to the administration and execution of policies aligned with the regime. Involved in activities that were part of the broader conflict of the war, facilitating the structures of the SS.
Served as an officer in the SS
Participated in military operations during World War II
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