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Racism And Repression Of The Aryan People Of Nazi Germany

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While racism and repression were by no means a new problem, the people of Germany and Japan fell prey to those that would take advantage of a perfect storm brewing in world politics. People felt disillusioned with their reality and would listen to anyone promising a better future.
Nazi ideology was unique in that they considered the Aryan people to be the “Master Race.” Purification of the race was key to this endeavor. Any perceived weakness was to be removed from Nazi Germany. A different national background, illness, or “unacceptable” social behavior would lead to your death or removal from society.
While the Japanese considered themselves to be a superior race and descendants from a divine origin, they were careful not to degrade Westerners
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