1.

Introduction

• Overview of World War II: A brief introduction to the global conflict, its scope, and
the countries involved.
• Importance of acknowledging atrocities: The need to remember and learn from the
past to prevent future atrocities.

2. The Holocaust

• Description of the Holocaust: Systematic persecution and annihilation of six million

Jews by the Nazi regime.
• Key events and figures: Ghettos, concentration and extermination camps, and notable
figures involved in the execution and resistance.
• Impact on Jewish communities and other targeted groups: The lasting effects on
survivors and the Jewish community worldwide.

3. Japanese War Crimes

• Overview of Japanese Imperial Army's actions in Asia: Forced labor, comfort women,
and experimentation on prisoners.
• Nanking Massacre: An in-depth look at the atrocities committed in Nanking,
including mass killings and sexual violence.
• International response: Trials and post-war perceptions of Japanese war crimes.

4. Soviet Union's Atrocities

• Mass deportations and executions: The impact on Eastern Europe and Central Asia,
including the Katyn massacre.
• Siege of Leningrad: The consequences of the siege, civilian suffering, and death toll.

5. Allied Bombing Campaigns

• Ethical considerations and civilian impact: The bombing of Dresden, Hiroshima, and
Nagasaki, including civilian casualties and long-term effects.

6. Conclusion

• The importance of remembrance and education: Ensuring such atrocities are not
forgotten and learning lessons for the future.
• The role of international law and human rights in preventing future atrocities: The
development of international law post-WWII to address and prevent crimes against
humanity.