The Armenian Genocide and the Holocaust in Historical Context
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UNLV invites students, faculty, and members of the broader community to attend "The Armenian Genocide and the Holocaust in Historical Context," a scholarly program examining the historical, cultural, and ethical dimensions of genocide. This program features two distinguished historians:
- Bedross Der Matossian, Ph.D., a scholar whose work examines the Armenian Genocide within the broader context of ethnic conflict and minority experiences in the late Ottoman Empire.
- Catherine Clark, Ph.D., of the USC Shoah Foundation, whose research explores modern European history, memory, and the legacy of the Holocaust.
Drawing on their respective expertise, the speakers will provide critical perspectives on how these genocides emerged within their historical contexts and how they have been interpreted and remembered over time.
In addition to historical analysis, the discussion will address the persistence of genocide denial in the 21st century and its implications for historical understanding, public discourse, and human rights. The speakers will examine how denial continues to shape narratives surrounding both the Armenian Genocide and the Holocaust, as well as the challenges it poses to education, recognition, and accountability.
By placing these cases in comparative perspective, the program seeks to illuminate both their distinct trajectories and shared implications, encouraging critical reflection on the conditions that give rise to mass violence and the responsibilities of individuals, institutions, and societies in preventing future atrocities.
This event offers a rigorous academic forum for engaging with complex historical issues and underscores the importance of interdisciplinary dialogue in advancing understanding, remembrance, and ethical awareness.
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