General Anton Dostler, a Nazi war criminal being executed by firing squad in Aversa, Italy

A newsreel titled 'Nazi war criminal executed' shows General Anton Dostler, a Nazi war criminal arriving at the execution site in Aversa, Italy. General Dostler, guilty of ordering the shooting of 15 American soldiers, stands against a pole with his hands tied at the back. A priest recites a prayer as troops remain lined up. General's face is covered and he is executed by firing squad.