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Facts

Born August 2, 1897 • Darmstadt • Germany
Died April 5, 1945 (aged 47) • Weimar • Germany
Political Affiliation Nazi Party
Notable Family Members spouse Ilse Koch
Role In Holocaust • World War I

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