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53. Discussing Dwight D Eisenhower and the Holocaust with Dr Jason Lantzer
Season 1, Ep. 53
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On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr Jason Lanzter from the Butler University, Indiana, USA to discuss Gen Dwight D Eisenhower's engagement with the impact of the Holocaust. His book Dwight Eisenhower and the Holocaust: A History illustrates the topic superbly. He discusses how Gen Eisenhower wanted the Holocaust documented to ensure that it was never forgotten alongside providing the evidence and documentation for the trails of those responsible. He discussed how the discovery of Ohrdruf Camp, the first by US Forces in April 1945, impacted Gen Eisenhower when he went to see it. Alongside seeing the destruction that the Second World War caused as well as the impact of having to lead and make decisions that resulted in the destruction, the impact on Gen Eisenhower was profound leading him to be determined that such events could never be allowed to happen again. This episode was a fascinating insight from a different angle into the mind of one of the most known about characters from World War Two.
From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.
The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not represent any views of any other organisation or institution.
Hosted by Mark Martin.
With guest Dr Jason Lantzer.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
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