WikiVisually
Infinite photos and videos for every Wiki article · Find something interesting to watch in seconds
Largest Palaces Great Museums Celebrities Animals Presidents Supercars Richest US Counties Wonders of Nature Ancient Marvels Famous Castles Recovered Treasures World Banknotes Crown Jewels Rare Coins Wars and Battles History by Country Great Artists Great Cities Tallest Buildings Sports Kings of France British Monarchs Orders and Medals Best Campuses Largest Empires Countries of the World
more top lists
History
Anton Dostler
Videos
Page
Anton Dostler was a German army officer who fought in both World Wars. During World War II, he commanded several units as a General of the Infantry, primarily in Italy. After the Axis defeat, Dostler was executed for war crimes—specifically, ordering the execution of fifteen American prisoners of war in March 1944 during the Italian Campaign.
Dostler (right) with his interpreter, Albert O. Hirschman, at his trial (1945)
Dostler (right) with his interpreter, Albert O. Hirschman, at his trial (1945)
Dostler tied to a stake before the execution
Dostler tied to a stake before the execution
Dostler's body immediately after execution.
Dostler's body immediately after execution.
War crimes trial
Videos
Page
A war crimes trial is the trial of persons charged with criminal violation of the laws and customs of war and related principles of international law committed during armed conflict.
After the Continuation War in Finland, Risto Ryti (in the middle), the 5th President of the Republic of Finland, was the main defendant in the Finnish
After the Continuation War in Finland, Risto Ryti (in the middle), the 5th President of the Republic of Finland, was the main defendant in the Finnish War-responsibility trials. Ryti was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment.