How long was Egon Krenz's prison sentence?
10 years
3 years
6 and a half years
8 years
Answer
Egon Krenz, the last leader of East Germany, was sentenced to six and a half years in prison for his role in the deaths of those attempting to cross the Berlin Wall. He was found guilty of manslaughter and aiding and abetting attempted manslaughter, as he was aware of the orders to shoot those trying to escape and did not act to prevent them.
Unveiling Egon Krenz: Exploring the Enigmatic Head of State of East Germany
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