Wilhelm Frick

German politician and federal minister

Wilhelm Frick - German politician and federal minister
Born

March 12th, 1877
148 years ago

Died

1946
79 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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Served as the German Federal Minister of the Interior from 1933 to 1943. Played a significant role in the administrative policies of the Nazi regime, overseeing various aspects of internal affairs and law enforcement. Involved in drafting and implementing numerous laws that facilitated the persecution and expulsion of Jewish citizens and other minority groups during the regime's rule. Contributed to the establishment of police structures that enforced the regime's policies and maintained state security.

Served as German Federal Minister of the Interior

Oversaw internal policies of the Nazi regime

Participated in anti-Jewish legislation

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