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How Did the Holocaust Happen?

This lesson delves into the complex factors that contributed to the Holocaust during World War II. Students will analyze various documents and sources to understand how multiple circumstances of evil actions led to this historical atrocity. By breaking into groups and examining primary sources, students will create representations of their findings, enhancing their comprehension of how such events occur. The exercise culminates in a discussion about parallels in modern conflicts, prompting reflection on deeper causes beyond surface-level explanations.

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How Did the Holocaust Happen?

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  1. How Did the Holocaust Happen? Putting the Pieces of the Puzzle Together

  2. Just Do It! • This picture comes from the Holocaust of WWII. What stands out to you? What does it make you feel? Write down a few sentences on a piece of paper.

  3. It leaves a lot of questions… • Evil? • How? • Not just one

  4. Examining the Causes • Divide into groups • Each group get a document/source • Examine it looking for the answer: How did this contribute to the Holocaust occurring? • Prepare your large puzzle piece with representation • Share with the class and fill in your full puzzle

  5. Document One The Horst Wessel Song http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/mod/horstwessel.html

  6. Document Two The 25 Points of the Nazi Regime

  7. Document Three The Economic Situation in Germany

  8. Document Four The Poisonous Mushroom and the Hitler Youth

  9. Document Five Treaty of Versailles

  10. Document Six The Making of the German Nation

  11. Document Seven Political Cartoons and Propaganda Posters

  12. Closure • Now that you’ve seen how an event is made possible by a number of circumstances, let’s examine a more modern example. A lot of people would argue that we are only at war in Iraq because they may have had weapons of mass destruction. However, there are many more causes and circumstances that one could point to as to why we are at war currently. Think about some other possible reasons that could be responsible. Write a paragraph of your thoughts.

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