Signed Letter by Hitler Authorizing Euthanasia Killings

Signed Letter by Hitler Authorizing Euthanasia Killings

Euthanasia Killings

As part of the Nazis mission to create a racially pure nation Germans whom were not considered to contribute to the state were to be killed. This included those with physical and mental disabilities, such as dementia or schizophrenia. This signed order from Hitler authorized "euthanasia" killings under the T-4 program.

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September 1, 1939

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