Professor Yehuda Bauer passed away in October 2024 at the age of 98. His profound influence on Holocaust studies and education continues to shape the field. His work, including this lecture, remains a critical resource in the fight against distortion and denial.
In this lecture, late Professor Yehuda Bauer explains what Holocaust distortion is, how it manifests and why it poses such a danger to liberal and pluralistic society. With the help of contemporary examples from various countries, he examines historical developments, recent trends and wider contexts, including how distortion of the Holocaust is closely linked to the distortion of history in general.
The 30-minute film provides a profound overview of Holocaust distortion suitable for a variety of audiences without prior subject-matter knowledge.
We are leading global efforts to tackle the growing threat of Holocaust denial and distortion.
This short film on Holocaust distortion offers a first introduction to the topic using an international lens and explains the pressing need to address it.
Read the full text of the IHRA’s non-legally binding working definition of Holocaust denial and distortion and learn more about this important tool with the FAQs.
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