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Behind the Bastards

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The Dark Legacy of Medical Atrocities

This chapter explores the chilling medical experiments conducted by notorious figures during the Holocaust, particularly focusing on Joseph Mengele's inhumane practices at Auschwitz. It highlights the moral failings of medical professionals and the collaboration with corporations like IG Farben, revealing the exploitation of victims for grotesque scientific pursuits. The discussion further critiques the post-war recruitment of former Nazi scientists, questioning the ethics of prioritizing scientific advancement over accountability for their past atrocities.

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