Rochus Misch

German SS officer and bodyguard

Rochus Misch - German SS officer and bodyguard
Born

July 29th, 1917
107 years ago

Died

2013
12 years ago — 96 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Germany

Links & References

Born in 1917, served as a bodyguard for Adolf Hitler during World War II. Assigned to the Führerbunker in Berlin, played a key role in the security detail. Experienced the final days of the Third Reich and witnessed numerous significant historical events. After the war, captured by Soviet forces and later became a successful entrepreneur. His post-war life included a focus on sharing personal experiences of service during the Nazi regime, providing insight into the inner workings of the regime's leadership.

Served as Adolf Hitler's bodyguard

Worked in the Führerbunker during crucial events

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