Ernst Nolte
German historian and philosopher
Born
January 11th, 1923
102 years ago
Died
August 18th, 2016
9 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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A historian and philosopher who studied totalitarianism and its historical origins, contributing significantly to the understanding of the rise of fascism and communism. Focused on the relationship between the Holocaust and World War II, he investigated how these events shaped modern history. Authored influential works that sparked debate and discussion in academic circles. Engaged with various schools of thought, emphasizing the importance of historical context in philosophical discourse. His analysis of historical events included examining the implications of ideology on society.
Wrote 'The European Civil War, 1917-1945'
Analyzed the origins of totalitarianism
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