The Nazi's descent from anti-Semitic violence to organized death camps is a shocking and specific historical account. Initially, an informal interpretation of party doctrine led to mass shootings on the Eastern Front, but logistical issues and concerns for the executioners' mental health prompted a shift to more efficient methods. The collaboration and complicity of thousands of locals in Latvia and Lithuania made the situation even more distressing. This harrowing documentary is essential for understanding the detail behind the Nazis' mass murders and preventing such atrocities from happening again.
How the Holocaust Began
The rise of the Nazi regime from anti-Semitic hatred to the implementation of death camps is a chillingly well-documented account.