Johanna Langefeld

Nazi concentration camp supervisor

Johanna Langefeld - Nazi concentration camp supervisor
Born

March 5th, 1900
125 years ago

Died

1974
51 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Germany

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Born in Germany, served as a guard during World War II at three Nazi concentration camps. Oversaw prisoner treatment and operations within the camps, which were part of the broader Nazi regime's network. Involved in enforcing the policies of the camp system and contributed to the war efforts through the management of detainees. Eventually became a part of post-war investigations regarding war crimes, facing scrutiny for actions taken during her tenure.

Supervised multiple Nazi concentration camps

Enforced policies within the camp system

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