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Erwin Rösener

German politician (1902-1946) · Germany · On the map · Politicians · Died at 44

Erwin Friedrich Karl Rösener was a German Schutzstaffel (SS) commander during the Nazi era. During World War II, he was responsible for mass executions of civilians in Slovenia. Rösener was put on trial for war crimes and sentenced to death on 30 August 1946, then executed by hanging on 4 September 1946.

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He was posthumously included in the indictment at the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes.

Country
Germany
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1902 to 1946 · aged 44