A lieutenant in Reserve Police Battalion 101 who is vocally opposed to the battalion's orders involving shooting defenseless civilians. He actively speaks out against the treatment of Jews and requests a transfer from the battalion.

A lieutenant in Reserve Police Battalion 101 who initially tries to avoid participating in certain actions but soon exhibits cruel and dehumanizing behavior towards his captives. His actions are marked by sadism and heavy drinking.

A young SS captain with a reputation for being undisciplined and self-important, who sees Jews as expendable. He attempts to impress others with his role during operations, bringing his wife to observe one such deportation.

A young SS captain who experiences significant psychological distress, manifested as physical symptoms, due to his participation in the battalion's actions. He tries to conceal his illness, indicating a prevailing sense of shame over feeling distressed.