Eichmann's Rise in the Holocaust

This chapter explores Adolf Eichmann's increasing influence during World War II, focusing on his manipulation of Jewish identity to justify eliminationist policies. It highlights his need for recognition amidst the horror of resettlement and the internal dynamics of Nazi leadership, specifically tensions with Himmler. The chapter details the early methods of mass extermination and Eichmann's pivotal role in the evolution of these brutal tactics leading up to the Wannsee Conference.