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A Nazi in Chile: did an SS commander work for Pinochet?

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Echoes of Atrocity: Pinochet and Rauf

This chapter intricately connects the aftermath of World War II, specifically genocide and the Nuremberg trials, to Agustin Pinochet's actions in Chile, weaving a narrative around the fugitive Walter Rauf. It examines Rauf's post-war life in Chile, his evasion of justice, and the complexities of legal accountability in relation to historical atrocities. Additionally, the chapter highlights the oppressive tactics of Pinochet's regime through the DINA agency, exploring themes of political complicity and the search for truth within these dark historical narratives.

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