Hans Hüttig
German SS officer during WWII
Born
Died
1980
46 years ago — 86 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. Played a role in the administrative and logistical support for the Nazi regime. Hüttig's involvement included various functions directly related to the SS and its operations, contributing to the mechanisms of the regime's policies.
Served in the SS during World War II
Involved in operations under the Nazi regime
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