Peter Z. Malkin

Born in 1927
  • Peter Z. Malkin was an Israeli intelligence officer best known for his role in capturing Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann.

  • Born in Poland, Malkin immigrated to Palestine as a child.

  • He joined Israeli intelligence in 1950, becoming an expert in explosives and disguise.

  • Malkin played a crucial role in the 1960 operation to capture Eichmann in Argentina, personally apprehending him.

  • His book provides a first-hand account of the mission and his interactions with Eichmann.

  • Malkin's experiences during the Holocaust, including losing family members, deeply influenced his work.

  • He later became an artist and lecturer, sharing his experiences and promoting Holocaust remembrance until his death in 2005.

Books by Peter Z. Malkin