About this book
Adolf Hitler and the other leaders of Nazi Germany were responsible for the Holocaust -- the murder of 11 million people, including 6 million Jews. As the tide of World War II turned against Germany, the Nazi leaders tried to cover their tracks. Meanwhile, the Americans, British, and Soviets were laying the foundation for an international tribunal of justice. The crimes and criminals of the Holocaust had taught the world one thing: Something had to be done to prevent such horrors from happening again. In Crimes and Criminals of the Holocaust, author Linda Jacobs Altman examines the search for justice after the Holocaust. From the end of World War II to the Nuremberg Trials to the hunt for Nazi fugitives, Altman gives gripping accounts of criminals being caught and punished. Book jacket.
Censorship history
In 2025, "Crimes and Criminals of the Holocaust" by Linda Jacobs Altman was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States, primarily due to its political content and depictions of violence. The ban was influenced by formal complaints from parents and local advocacy groups concerned about the book's portrayal of sensitive historical events. In some instances, school boards voted to remove the book from curricula, citing the need to maintain age-appropriate materials for students. The decision to ban the book has been contested in various districts, with ongoing debates about its educational value and historical significance.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | PoliticalViolence |
