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The 12th SS Panzer Division of the Hitlerjugend was established later in World War II as Germany suffered more casualties, and more young people "volunteered", initially as reserves, but soon joined front line troops. These children saw extensive action and were among the fiercest and most effective German defenders in the Battle of Berlin. [11]
In World War II, children under the age of 18 were widely used by all sides in formal and informal military roles. Children were readily indoctrinated into the prevailing ideology of the warring parties, quickly trained, and often sent to the front line; many were wounded or killed.
German child soldiers in World War II (2 C, 8 P) Pages in category "Child soldiers in World War II" The following 95 pages are in this category, out of 95 total.
Articles about individuals who served as soldiers as children. For general coverage of military use of children , see the related Category:Children in the military . Subcategories
In a 2004 study of children in military organisations around the world, Rachel Brett and Irma Specht pointed to a complex of factors that incentivise children to join military organisations, particularly: Background poverty including a lack of civilian education or employment opportunities. The cultural normalization of war. Seeking new friends.
Pages in category "People of World War II" The following 17 pages are in this category, out of 17 total. ... Military use of children in World War II; Ebbe Munck; N.