Two Tyrolean former professional soldiers stood in court in Innsbruck on Friday for bizarre activities. In this case, suspended prison sentences were imposed (not final).
Were they just questionable “jokes” – or Nazi reactivation? In the Pontlatz barracks in Landeck, two soldiers who have since left the army created doubtful memories of the time 80 years ago.
“Memories of My Grandfather”
The first suspect allegedly asked other soldiers to kiss a red wooden egg with a swastika, which he denied. He could not deny that he sent relevant photos via WhatsApp. “A huge stupidity,” he now admitted during the jury trial at the regional court. Only to play it down again, because the Nazi memorabilia in his living room are only “mementos of my great-grandfather”.
shouted “Sieg Heil”.
The second defendant pleaded not guilty. He is said to have described a Wehrmacht salary book as “his service regulations”. And that his comrades understood “Sieg Heil” when he only innocently greeted them with “Berg Heil” is a mystery to him.
NS marches from the bluetooth box
The activities were garnished with “appropriate” music from the Bluetooth box – such as the Nazi-era “Erika Marching Song”. The attitude of the first suspect was known, according to a witness. On the other hand, the suspects were “the entertainers” in the barracks.
The first defendant pleaded “partially guilty”, he received 18 months probation and a fine of 6400 euros, for the second defendant it was 14 months suspended and a fine of 3100 euros. Not legally binding.
Source: Krone
I am Wallace Jones, an experienced journalist. I specialize in writing for the world section of Today Times Live. With over a decade of experience, I have developed an eye for detail when it comes to reporting on local and global stories. My passion lies in uncovering the truth through my investigative skills and creating thought-provoking content that resonates with readers worldwide.
