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2. Civil War

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What are the conditions needed for a civil war to start? Could we see a modern industrial nation turn upon itself again? Historians Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook explore examples from ancient history though to Spain in the 1930s and Yugoslavia in the 1990s to work out what it takes for neighbour to murder neighbour. Produced by Jack Davenport Exec Producer Tony Pastor *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook
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Best for Individuals interested in historical analysis of civil conflicts and the psychology of violence.Often cited around civil wars and dehumanization

The book made a massive impression, arguing that the dehumanisation of the opposition in Spain was similar to events in Central and Eastern Europe under Nazi influence.

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For: Individuals interested in historical analysis of civil conflicts and the psychology of violence.
Key quote: I remember reading a book about three or four years ago which made a massive impression on me called The Spanish Holocaust by Paul Preston.
The host mentions 'The Spanish Holocaust' to illustrate the extreme dehumanization that occurred during the Spanish Civil War, drawing parallels to later atrocities in Central and Eastern Europe. This book left a significant impression on the host, highlighting the moral justifications used for violence against perceived enemies.
ASIN: 0393345912
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