Historical Events tagged with "elisabeth waldheim"
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U.S. Bars Austrian President Kurt Waldheim Entry
The U.S. Department of Justice barred Austrian President Kurt Waldheim and his wife, Elisabeth, from entering the United States due to allegations of Waldheim's involvement in the deportation and execution of thousands during World War II. The Justice Department claimed that his actions as a German Army officer constituted a violation of U.S. immigration laws concerning the entry of individuals associated with war crimes. This decision marked a significant moment of accountability for war-related actions and stirred debate over historical legacy and political figures.
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