Hans Frank
German lawyer, Governor-General of Poland
Born
Died
1946
79 years ago — 46 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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A German lawyer and politician, served as the Governor-General of occupied Poland during World War II. Held significant power in the administration of German-occupied territories. Frank's legal background influenced his governance in Poland, where he implemented policies that led to extensive persecution and oppression of the Polish and Jewish populations. Post-war, he was tried by the International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg for war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Served as Governor-General of Poland
Convicted of war crimes at Nuremberg
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