The U.S. and the Holocaust
Overview
Rooted in insights from the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s "Americans and the Holocaust" exhibition, this documentary series delves into the ascent of Hitler and Nazism against a backdrop of worldwide antisemitism and racism. It explores the eugenics movement in America and the oppressive race laws of the Jim Crow South, highlighting how these elements intertwined with the broader narrative of the Holocaust. By connecting historical threads, the series offers a profound reflection on the implications of prejudice and intolerance in both American and global history.
Episodes
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1
The Golden Door (Beginnings - 1938)
In response to a wave of xenophobia, Congress enacts strict immigration laws, marking a significant shift from the tradition of open borders. As Hitl...
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2
Yearning to Breathe Free (1938 - 1942)
With the onset of World War II, the American populace finds itself split over the decision to engage against Nazi Germany. Amidst this turmoil, numer...
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3
The Homeless, Tempest-Tossed (1942 - )
A committed team of government officials battles bureaucratic obstacles to facilitate rescue missions. As Allied forces free German concentration cam...
