Adolf Eichmann Essay

SS lieutenant colonel Adolf Eichmann represented the epitome of desk murderers. “A hundred dead people is a catastrophe,” Eichmann told. “Six million dead is a statistic” (Rice 57). Born on March 19, 1906 in Solingen Germany, it wasn’t long before Eichmann moved with his family to Linz, Austria to finish schooling and get a career. Upon completing school, he wanted to study mechanical engineering, but couldn’t complete it because of the rough economic situation in Germany in the 20’s. Eichmann moved from job to job, working shortly as a mining laborer and then in the Upper Austrian electrical construction company. Finally, he became a salesman for the Vacuum Oil Company from 1927 to 1933 (Jewish Virtual).
In 1932 Eichmann had joined the small Nazi Party due to the suggestion of an acquaintance. In August 1933, he joined the “Austrian Legion,” a group organized for unemployed Nazi Party members. In a few months, Eichmann had earned the title of SS-Scharführer, or Sergeant. He still worked here when they became part of the RSHA in 1939. Throughout the 30’s, Eichmann worked for organizations who surveyed Jews and Zionist activities (United States). Promoted in 1939, by the fall, Eichmann led the Central Office. During that next
(Halkin 57). The trial, which aroused enormous international interest and some controversy, began on April 11, 1961. On December 11, 1961, Eichmann was indicted on 15 criminal charges, including crimes against humanity, crimes against the Jewish people and membership in an outlawed organization. On December 15, he was sentenced to death. Eichmann's last words were believed to be “I hope that all of you will follow me.” He was hanged Ramleh, Israel (Jewish Virtual). His ashes were scattered at