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Holocaust

The term refers to the systematic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of six million Jews by the Nazi regime and its allies. Means “sacrifice by fire”

Years the Holocaust took place

The Holocaust occurred from 1933 to 1945.

Antisemitism

Prejudice against, hatred of, or discrimination against Jews.

Effect of Vatican II on the Catholic Church's stance on Jews

Vatican II led to a reassessment of the Church's relationship with Judaism, promoting dialogue and acknowledging the connection between Christianity and Judaism. Pardoned Jews for the murder if Jesus

Hitler’s role in the Third Reich

Adolf Hitler served as the leader of the Nazi Party and Chancellor of Germany, orchestrating the policies that led to the Holocaust.

How anti-Semitism was instilled in German youth

Nazi propaganda was used in schools and youth organizations to promote anti-Semitic beliefs among children. In books as well

Nuremberg Laws

A set of laws enacted in 1935 that institutionalized racial discrimination against Jews in Germany.

Nazi methods to recruit support for persecution

Using propaganda, fear, and promises of restoring national pride to gain public support for anti-Jewish policies. Brainwashed children

Groups persecuted besides Jews

Other groups included Roma (Gypsies), disabled individuals, homosexuals, and political dissidents.

Evian Conference

A 1938 meeting of delegates from 32 countries to discuss the refugee crisis caused by the rise of Nazism; it resulted in little actionable support. No country beside DR wanted to take extra Jews.

Kristallnacht

Also known as the Night of Broken Glass, it was a coordinated attack on Jewish people and businesses in November 9, 1938, marking an escalation in anti-Jewish violence.

Role of the Catholic Church during the Holocaust

The Church had a complex role, with some members supporting the Nazis, while others opposed the regime and helped Jews.

Who did the killing start with.

The disabled in the T4 program.

Role of Catholic Church

Pope Pius cooperated with hitler to preserve church.

What are ghettos

Small city blocks where Jews were forced into before being sent to concentration camps.

What happened at the Wannsee Conference

The Final Solution was mapped out. They finalized the logistics for the killing.

Why should we study the Holocaust

So we understand history and so it doesn’t occur again.

Sunflower thematic topics

Who’s responsible for the Holocaust? Who has a right to say who is responsible?

Why should we study the memoir?

To understand others.