What Happened to the German Field Marshals After World War II After World War II, the fate of German marshals, who were key figures in the military campaigns of the Third Reich, varied significantly. Many were captured by the Allies and faced trials for their roles in the war, while others attempted to evade justice by fleeing or living in anonymity. Their destinies became a reflection of the complex aftermath of the conflict. The Nuremberg Trials, held between 1945 and 1946, served as the main