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‘The Commandant’s Shadow’ tells the true story behind ‘The Zone of Interest’
Former Auschwitz commandant Rudolf Höss (right), Dr. Josef Mengele, and Auschwitz Commandant Richard Baer in 1944. (credit: UNITED STATES HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL MUSEUM) “I can talk about the trauma ...
The Jerusalem Post Blogs2y
'Zone of Interest', film on Auschwitz commandant, wins 2nd-highest prize at Cannes
Former Auschwitz commandant Rudolf Höss (right), Dr. Josef Mengele, and Auschwitz Commandant Richard Baer in 1944. (photo credit: UNITED STATES HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL MUSEUM) Jonathan Glazer's film ...
Jewish Telegraphic Agency11mon
Ex-commandant of Auschwitz Camp Dies in Jail While Awaiting Trial
Richard Baer, 51, the last commandant of the Auschwitz murder factory, died in his cell yesterday of an apparent heart attack while awaiting trial for his war crimes, officials reported today.
National Catholic Register6y
Josef Mengele Escaped to Argentina and Became an Abortionist
Three SS officers socialize at Auschwitz in 1944. From left to right: Richard Baer (commandant), Dr. Josef Mengele and Rudolf Höss (former commandant). Baer escaped but was captured in 1960 ...