Third Reich Criminal Police Bulletins (Confidential Listings) (Irving File 8E)

The Deutsches Fahndungsbuch was a classified publication issued by the Reichskriminalpolizeiamt (RKPA)—the Reich Criminal Police Office in Nazi Germany. It served as a central tool for coordinating nationwide and international police efforts to apprehend individuals wanted for a range of offenses during World War II. The document’s primary function was to:

• List fugitives and suspects sought for criminal, political, or ideological reasons.

• Facilitate cooperation between local police departments, the Gestapo, and intelligence agencies.

• Standardize warrants, status updates, and cancellations across German-occupied Europe.

The uploaded file is a comprehensive, multi-issue archival reproduction of the Deutsches Fahndungsbuch, covering late 1942 through 1943. It represents a chilling but important historical artifact, offering deep insight into the administrative reach of Nazi Germany’s internal security apparatus and its use of law enforcement as a tool of systemic repression.

This document is a historical artifact from Nazi Germany and contains material created by the Reichskriminalpolizeiamt (Reich Criminal Police Office) between 1942 and 1943. It includes language, classifications, and policies that reflect the oppressive, discriminatory, and violent ideologies of the Nazi regime. The content may include references to individuals targeted for political, racial, ethnic, or religious reasons, including victims of the Holocaust.

This material is preserved for educational, research, and historical documentation purposes only. It does not represent an endorsement of the views, actions, or ideologies contained within. Viewer discretion is advised, especially for those who may find such content distressing.

Condition Note

This file is a digitized compilation of historical documents spanning approximately 1,800 pages. The overall condition is very good for archival material, with most pages being highly legible. The text is consistently typed in German using typewriter fonts, and while there is minor degradation (e.g., faint text, smudging, or uneven ink) on a few pages, the majority of entries remain clear and readable.

Pagination, formatting, and headings are well preserved, and key metadata such as names, dates, case numbers, and jurisdiction codes are consistently formatted throughout. There are no significant tears, obstructions, or missing content, making the file suitable for both scholarly analysis and archival reference.