Robert Cribb et al., "Detention Camps in Asia: The Conditions of Confinement in Modern Asian History" (Brill, 2022)
New Books in East Asian Studies
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Confinement and Complex Histories
This chapter explores the conditions of detention camps in modern Asian history, highlighting their historical context and evolution since the Philippine-American War. The speaker shares personal insights from their educational journey, linking their interests in Indonesian history and Japanese war crimes to the broader themes of violence and oppression. Through this discussion, the chapter emphasizes the political, ethnic motivations and psychological impacts of detention camps while questioning the paradox of humane treatment amidst harsh realities.
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