Anton Mussert 1894 – 1946

Biography

Anton Mussert was born on May 11, 1894, in the small Dutch town of Werkendam. His early life unfolded in the Netherlands during a period of significant political change in Europe, which would ultimately shape the trajectory of his life and legacy.

Throughout his years, Mussert became a prominent figure in Dutch political movements, eventually aligning himself with fascist ideology. His involvement in these political spheres would define much of his public life and leave an indelible mark on Dutch history during one of Europe’s most turbulent periods.

On May 7, 1946, Mussert’s life came to an end at Waalsdorpervlakte. He was executed by gunshot wound at the age of fifty-one, just four days before his fifty-second birthday. His death marked the conclusion of a life lived amid profound historical upheaval and ideological conflict.