Pivotal figures in Hitler's genocidal regime wanted to establish new lives in South America and beyond, aware that the international community would seek retribution and justice for their war crimes.
By DARREN BOYLE, DATA JOURNALIST Published: 14:03 BST, 31 May 2026 | Updated: 14:03 BST, 31 May 2026 View comments
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