About
Kurt Becher was an SS officer sent to Hungary in 1944. He dealt with major businesses and property and took part in talks with Jewish negotiators, including Kasztner and Saly Mayer.
After the war, Kasztner spoke on Becher’s behalf. Becher wasn’t tried as a major war criminal and later became a wealthy businessman in West Germany.
In this interview
Eichmann discusses Becher as a rival participant in the Hungary negotiations and says Becher attended one of his meetings with Himmler. The speakers return often to who controlled each offer and transport.
Read with care
Eichmann’s hostility toward Becher shapes many passages. His statements about Becher’s motives and private access to Himmler need outside checking.
Exact scans
- File 85, scan 00021
Eichmann says Becher attended his third meeting with Himmler.
- File 85, scan 00023
The speakers discuss offers of Jews in exchange for goods and Becher’s part in the talks.
- File 85, scan 00024
Eichmann distinguishes Becher’s access to Himmler from his.