Auschwitz

What was Auschwitz?

Auschwitz, also known as Auschwitz-Birkenau, was the largest of the death camps with a complex of three sites. Approximately 1.1 million people were murdered in the gas chambers there.

When was Auschwitz built?

Auschwitz was built in April 1940.

Who was the leader of Auschwitz?

The camp commandant was Rudolf Höss. He lived in a house with his family which was built near the crematorium.

What happened to the leader of Auschwitz?

He was hanged for war crimes at Auschwitz in 1947.