Death of Erwin Rudolf Josef Alexander Schrodinger
Death of Erwin Rudolf Josef Alexander Schrodinger
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
1961 in Austria
Explore 17 historical events and records for Austria in 1961.
Historical records for Austria in 1961
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January
April
Chancellor
Appointed Chancellor of Austria
Eichmann Trial Opens
His trial begins before the Jerusalem District Court.
Jerusalem District Court Proceedings
He faces fifteen counts under Israeli law.
Crimes against Humanity Charges
The indictment also includes crimes against humanity and war crimes.
Fifteen-Count Indictment
Faces charges including crimes against the Jewish people.
May
Death of Adolf Eichmann
Hanged for war crimes at Ramle
Execution
Hanged for war crimes at Ramle
June
Defence Testimony
Claims he acted within orders and bureaucratic authority.
Eichmann Gives Evidence
Testifies extensively in his own defence.
August
Trial
1st day of trial under the Nazis & Nazi Collaborators Punishment Act
December
Trial
Sentenced to death after found guilty of all 12 charges brought against him
Crimes against Jewish People Conviction
Judges reject his attempt to minimize responsibility.
Guilty Verdict
Is convicted on major charges by the Jerusalem court.
Death Sentence
Is sentenced to death by the District Court.
Jerusalem Court Sentencing
His defence prepares an appeal to Israel's Supreme Court.
Other events (month unknown)
Tales of the Hasidim
Publication of "Tales of the Hasidim"
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