Jakob Grimminger

Jakob Grimminger (25 April 1892 - 28 January 1969Ref|flagspot) was a member of the Schutzstaffel (SS) who was famous for carrying the Blutfahne, the ceremonial Nazi flag.

He was born in Augsburg, Bavaria, and served during World War I in the Imperial German Army. He joined the Nazi Party in 1922, and became a member of the Sturmabteilung, taking part in the Munich Beer Hall Putsch of 9 November 1923.

Grimminger was selected in 1926 to become a member of the SS. He was promoted many times during his service, eventually reaching the rank of Standartenführer (equivalent to Colonel). As a member of the SS he was given the honour of carrying the blood-stained Blutfahne from the Munich putsch.

Grimminger survived the Second World War, and was put on trial by the Allies in 1946 for being a member of the SS. He was not sent to prison for this - but all of his property was confiscated.

He reportedly attempted to enter politics, and served as a councillor in Munich; however his past prevented him from continuing this career. He died in poverty in 1969, in Munich, Germany (then West Germany).

ee also

* List of SS Personnel

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