Karl Künstler
German SS officer
Born
Died
1945
80 years ago — 44 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Germany
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Served as a high-ranking officer in the SS during World War II. Held the position of commandant at various concentration camps, overseeing operations and management. Involved in the implementation of Nazi policies that led to the persecution of numerous individuals. Engaged in administrative roles focused on the logistics of camp operations.
Served as commandant of multiple concentration camps
Participated in the enforcement of Nazi policies
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