Wennerstrum Presides as Hostage Trial Opens
Wennerstrum presided when the Hostage Case opened against German commanders charged over reprisals, hostage killings and occupation warfare in southeastern Europe.
Role range: 1939-1945
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Charles F. Wennerstrum Biography and Timeline
Follow Charles F. Wennerstrum through 2 dated historical records for United States of America.
Charles F. Wennerstrum, historical timeline
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1948
Wennerstrum Presides over Hostage Judgment
Wennerstrum presided when the tribunal issued its Hostage Case judgment, addressing military command responsibility, reprisals and the treatment of civilians in occupied territory.
Role range: 1939-1945
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