Understanding The Causes Of The Holocaust

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The Holocaust was one of the most darkest periods in modern human history. Understanding the causes of the Holocaust is important for us today as a tool for future generations. It is also important to understand the sacrifices and risks people made against the injustices that were happening to others. Your cumulative essay will be to demonstrate what you have learned about the Holocaust, and using what you have learned, you will explain why it needs to be remembered.

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