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Totalitarianism in the 20th Century: Nazis and Soviets with Christopher Martin
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Study the tragic journey of Russia under Lenin and Stalin, and Germany under Hitler.
Instructor: Christopher Martin, PhD
Course Description: Beginning in the early 1900s, the nations of Europe engaged in a furious struggle for hegemonic dominance of the continent. Germany and Russia emerged from the conflict of World War I as dramatically weakened and humiliated nations. This course treats each nation in roughly three parts: First, we trace the journey to totalitarianism, including the economic desperation which empowered radicals like Hitler, and the autocratic methods which Joseph Stalin used to gain power. Second, we examine the political, social, and ideological nature of the regimes, identifying the hallmarks of totalitarianism, such as the cost in human lives. Third and finally, we examine what led to the demise of these regimes, and whether a similar regime could appear again in Western Civilization.
OUR PRAYER BEFORE CLASS MEETINGS:
Grant me the grace, O merciful God,
to desire ardently all that is pleasing to Thee,
to examine it prudently,
to acknowledge it truthfully,
and to accomplish it perfectly,
for the praise and glory of Thy name.
Amen. Class 1: Introduction and overview of syllabus and assignments
Class 2: Defining Totalitarianism- Its social, political and ideological hallmarks, and trans-imperialistic background
Class 3: The Historical Tsars
Class 4: The Great War, and Lenin's ascent
Class 5: Communist Consolidation: Building the Soviet Union
Class 6: The "New Economic Policy," and the emergence of Josef Stalin
Class 7: Stalin's ruthless centralization of power
Class 8: Collectivization: the plight of the Kulaks
Class 9: Reaction in the West, and the Unhinging of Josef Stalin
Class 10: Fascism in Italy: Futurism, and Benito Mussolini
Class 11: The seeds of radicalism: Hitler, and Germany after WWI
Class 12: The conquest and pacification of Hitler's Bloodlands
Class 13: The Shoah, SS, and autocratic failure.
Class 14: Conclusion: The memory of the 20th-century totalitarians
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Totalitarianism in the 20th Century: Nazis and Soviets with Christopher Martin
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Christopher Martin
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History ➤ Renaissance to Modern History
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High School, Middle School
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December 19th, 2023 at 12:00 AM ET
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Recorded, free with subscription
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Special notes
All course materials are provided FREE by the instructor. Includes a writing component.
Middle School students taking this course may instead write a 1-2 page book report
Also, students will have access to periodic, ungraded review quizzes based on classroom lectures and discussions.
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None
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Outline
Course Outline:
Introduction: Classes 1-2
The Communist Revolution: Classes 3-9
Fascism: Classes 10-13
Materials
None required.
Homework
Writing is an integral part of demonstrating both the assimilation of knowledge and the articulation thereof. Therefore, students will be guided through the process of writing a short (3-5 page, double-spaced) review of a book of their choice relevant to the subject matter. Middle School students taking this course may instead write a 1-2 page book report.
Also, students will have access to periodic, ungraded review quizzes based on classroom lectures and discussions.
Christopher Martin
chrisgooverthere@yahoo.com
Christopher Martin teaches history and theology. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor of History at both Southern New Hampshire University and Antelope Valley College. He holds BA degrees in History and Theology from Christendom College (2007); an MA in History from National University (2012); and a Ph.D. in History from CGU (2018). He has been with Homeschool Connections since 2017, and teaching since 2012. He lives in California, with his wife and three sons. Together, they love to hike and travel.
Dr. Martin believes strongly that history is far more important than we typically assume, and also that it is a lot more entertaining. His classes are therefore both serious, and fun, making sure to cover the essential developments of past events, but also, coloring and animating the past with stories and anecdotes that make them come alive.
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