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Part Three: Adolf Eichmann: Mr. Holocaust Himself

Behind the Bastards

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From Ordinary to Perpetrator: The Holocaust's Impact

This chapter examines the transformation of individuals during the Holocaust, focusing on former prison guards and local police who became complicit in atrocities. It draws parallels between historical actions and contemporary immigration enforcement, highlighting how ordinary citizens can participate in systemic violence. The narrative emphasizes the unpredictability of human behavior in desperate situations, questioning the duality of human nature in the face of tyranny.

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