Christopher R. Browning
What’s inside
Ordinary Men’ examines how Reserve Police Battalion 101, a unit of average German men, became active participants in the execution of Jews during WWII.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the role of ordinary people in historical atrocities
- Insights into how societal pressures can lead to moral compromise
- Recognizing the potential for cruelty in regular individuals
- Lessons on the importance of ethical resistance
Key Points
- Formation of Reserve Police Battalion 101
- Ordinary backgrounds of the men
- The battalion’s role in the Holocaust
- Psychological transformation of the policemen
- Mechanisms of compliance and obedience
- Moral dilemmas and resistance
- The aftermath for Battalion 101 members
Who’s it For
- History enthusiasts
- Students of psychology
- Readers interested in WWII
- Sociology scholars
About the author
Christopher R. Browning is a historian specializing in the Holocaust and Nazi Germany with a focus on the behavior of perpetrators.