What Happened to the SS Members After WW2

The Shocking Fate of SS Members After WW2 At its peak, the SS had over 800,000 members. But what became of this massive force after the fall of Nazi Germany? The numbers tell a startling story. Only 1,700 out of 70,000 concentration camp staff were ever tried. Thousands more used secret 'ratlines' to escape to South America. And in West Germany, some even managed to join the new armed forces. In today’s video, we break down these statistics and reveal the surprising and often disturbing fate of the SS after World War II. Subscribe to History Inside 🎖️ ► https://bit.ly/sub2HI Also watch ► https://youtu.be/JGqUATh9R8U Also watch ► https://youtu.be/sAsNnLdR5Qc Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:30 The Nuremberg Trials 02:54 Ratlines: The Nazi Escape Routes 05:58 SS Members in Post-War Intelligence 07:53 SS Veterans and Post-War Germany 📚 Check out my recommended WW2 books (Non- Fiction): 👉 https://amzn.to/3Xh2UUI 📚 Check out my recommended WW2 books (Fiction): 👉 https://amzn.to/3EW2Kf0 ___________________________________________ Some links in this description are affiliate links, which help support the channel at no extra cost to you! The content presented in this video is for educational and informational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate historical information, some details may be subject to interpretation or debate. The views and opinions expressed in this video do not necessarily represent the opinion of History Inside. This channel does not condone or glorify violence, discrimination, or hate speech of any kind. We aim to respectfully explore and discuss historical events, their impacts, and their legacies. For any inaccuracies or feedback, please contact us directly. We encourage respectful discussions and further research on the topics covered. #ww2 #historyinside #worldwar2