I understand your position, but the nazi adults took kids - starting at age 10 - and psychologically and physically manipulated them until they created the fanatics the allies eventually had to face. They were nazi creations. That's why I consider them victims. Having said that, had I been around in WWII, I would have unhesitatingly shot any hitler youth that did not immediately drop his weapons and surrender.
I tend to think of victimization as being from the individual’s point of view. Most of the boys did not think of themselves as victims, and many were enthusiastic and proud to be supporting their homeland.
For many it was an early recognition of their maturity, even adulthood, and they were destined to be the future leaders of their country.