In 2019, one of the last Nazi trials began. 93-year-old Bruno Dey stood accused of aiding the murder of over 5,000 people at Stutthof concentration camp where he was deployed as an SS guard when he was 17.
I think it's even more complicated than that. Bruno Dey doesn't fall neatly into these categories for example. One of the many ugly truths about the Holocaust is also that a lot of people went along with it because it was the easier option.
Very interesting discussion. The challenge of justice for the victims of Nazis is hugely complex. Another book to look out for, so much for buying fewer books this year.
There are three groups
1. Those who perpetrated
2. Those who profited
These two can probably even justify the crime in their own minds.
3. Those who feel guilty at the crimes committed in the name of their 'people' Nation
I think it's even more complicated than that. Bruno Dey doesn't fall neatly into these categories for example. One of the many ugly truths about the Holocaust is also that a lot of people went along with it because it was the easier option.
Very interesting discussion. The challenge of justice for the victims of Nazis is hugely complex. Another book to look out for, so much for buying fewer books this year.
As ever partially my fault no doubt :)
This is an excellent book, though. I found it utterly engrossing.
No partially about it😉 It sounds like a terrific book, on the wish list.