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Also Known As Ernst Roehm
Born November 28, 1887 • Munich • Germany • (Birthday in 7 days)
Died July 1, 1934 (aged 46) • Munich • Germany
Founder Nazi Party
Political Affiliation Nazi Party
Role In Beer Hall Putsch • Nazism

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