World War II: Causes & consequences
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Web resources
Gay Men under the Nazi Regime | Holocaust Encyclopedia
A detailed account of the persecution of gay men under Nazi rule. It outlines how the Nazi regime targeted homosexual men as part of its broader campaign to enforce racial and social conformity.
Homosexual Men During The Second World War | HistoryExtra
Explores the complex experiences of homosexual individuals during World War II, highlighting how some served in the armed forces despite societal prejudice, while others faced persecution, secrecy, and legal consequences due to their sexual orientation.
The Other War | Learning for Justice (60-minute podcast)
Examines the overlooked history of LGBTQ+ individuals during World War II, focusing on their experiences both in military service and in civilian life, and highlighting the challenges they faced due to discrimination and invisibility.
A detailed account of the persecution of gay men under Nazi rule. It outlines how the Nazi regime targeted homosexual men as part of its broader campaign to enforce racial and social conformity.
Homosexual Men During The Second World War | HistoryExtra
Explores the complex experiences of homosexual individuals during World War II, highlighting how some served in the armed forces despite societal prejudice, while others faced persecution, secrecy, and legal consequences due to their sexual orientation.
The Other War | Learning for Justice (60-minute podcast)
Examines the overlooked history of LGBTQ+ individuals during World War II, focusing on their experiences both in military service and in civilian life, and highlighting the challenges they faced due to discrimination and invisibility.
Print resources
LGBTQ History Book, editors Michael Bronski, Kit Heyam, Valerie Traub [Call# 306.76 LGB]
Covers LGBTQ+ persecution in Germany, including use of pink triangle to identify gay men in concentration camps, Nazi “reeducation” tactics, and persecution of gay women.
Covers LGBTQ+ persecution in Germany, including use of pink triangle to identify gay men in concentration camps, Nazi “reeducation” tactics, and persecution of gay women.
Database resources
“Why It Took Decades for LGBTQ Stories to Be Included in Holocaust History” [EBSCOhost, Academic Search Premier]
Andrea Carlo’s article examines the long-overlooked persecution of LGBTQ individuals during the Holocaust and the historical silence surrounding their experiences. It highlights the gradual recognition of these narratives and the importance of inclusive remembrance in understanding the full scope of World War II’s human impact.
"White Rock Pride Society to honour LGBTQ+ vets on Remembrance Day" [Gale In Context: Canada]
Local article by Aaron Hinks highlights a initiative by the White Rock Pride Society to formally recognize LGBTQ+ veterans during Remembrance Day ceremonies. It underscores the historical exclusion of LGBTQ+ service members from mainstream commemorations and the importance of inclusive remembrance practices.
Andrea Carlo’s article examines the long-overlooked persecution of LGBTQ individuals during the Holocaust and the historical silence surrounding their experiences. It highlights the gradual recognition of these narratives and the importance of inclusive remembrance in understanding the full scope of World War II’s human impact.
"White Rock Pride Society to honour LGBTQ+ vets on Remembrance Day" [Gale In Context: Canada]
Local article by Aaron Hinks highlights a initiative by the White Rock Pride Society to formally recognize LGBTQ+ veterans during Remembrance Day ceremonies. It underscores the historical exclusion of LGBTQ+ service members from mainstream commemorations and the importance of inclusive remembrance practices.
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EBSCO Host: An academic database with scholarly articles, magazines, and historical journals. It is ideal for in-depth research and citations.
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Gale Canada in Context: Contains articles, primary sources, and multimedia content tailored for students. Good for Canadian content and perspectives.
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CBC Curio: Provides access to documentaries, news reports, and archival footage from CBC.
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