Vladimir Katriuk
Ukrainian-Canadian SS officer
Born
1921
105 years ago
Died
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Canada
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Served as an officer in the Nazi SS during World War II. Operated in Ukraine where significant atrocities occurred. After the war, settled in Canada and lived there until death. His activities and past as an SS officer attracted attention and controversy in later years, leading to debates about his war crimes and personal history.
Serving in the SS during World War II
Controversial past regarding war crimes
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