The Lost Album of the SS

The film dives into the discovery of an album in the USA by Holocaust historian Stephan Hördler. This album, featuring photographs of SS men from a specific region in Germany, offers an intimate look at their lives from 1928 to 1943. Through detailed comparisons with other historical images, Hördler uncovers the links between these men and the concentration camp officials they would become.

The runtime of 57 minutes provides a concise yet impactful exploration of the social issues surrounding Nazism and the Waffen SS. The documentary combines historical investigation with archive footage, revealing the camaraderie and informal networks that persisted among these individuals even after the war. This film serves as a crucial document for understanding the complexities of loyalty and complicity in such a dark chapter of history.