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Ankeny Community Ed Holocaust Class

Special guest appearance from one of the living camp survivors in Central Iowa.

Yom Hashoah. What are some of the most significant lessons to learn from the Holocaust? Learners will be provided with a variety of resources beginning with anti-Semitism, the rise of Nazism and the creation of the state of Israel. You will take an in-depth look at the various rolls of individuals, perpetrators, victims, collaborators and bystanders, while comparing them to today’s problems of indifference, bullying, prejudice and discrimination. Participants will witness some of the darkest hours of humanity and also hear some of the greatest acts of kindness. Special guest appearance from one of the last living camp survivors in Central Iowa, along with a tour of the Iowa Holocaust Memorial. (transportation not provided). Age 18+.

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