What did Germany do to newborns with social security numbers?

Germany began tattooing a social security number on the heels of newborn infants, even before they left the hospital. This practice was mentioned as an example of nations using social security systems and numbers to prepare for a system where no one can function without a number.

Les explains that America isn't the only nation with a social security system; even most small third-world nations have one, and every citizen has a number. He notes that Germany years ago began tattooing a social security number on the heels of newborn infants before they left the hospital. Great Britain has had it too. This shows the world is getting ready for a system where a number is required for everything, from kindergarten to paychecks.

What has Germany done with social security numbers on newborn babies?

Germany years ago began tattooing a social security number on the heels of newborn infants, even before they left the hospital. This practice illustrates that nations are moving toward requiring a number for every citizen, preparing the world for a system where no one can function without one.