In this section, we will take a look at concentration camps and their significance in World War II.
Skills to Master:
3 Geographic Representations
SS 3.1 - Spatial patterns
SS 3.2 - Apply geographical tools
Option #1:
Watch the video Bearing Witness: Life in a former concentration camp
Make a copy of your mapping task
Explore the resources provided to help you complete your task
Submit the mapping task to Slate when you are done
OR
Option #2:
Watch the video about the spread of Hitler's control in Europe
Make a copy of your mapping task
Explore the resources provided to help you complete your task
Submit the map and map analysis tasks to Slate when you are done
Explore these resources BEFORE moving on to your Mapping task below. They will give you a better idea of life in the concentration camps.
Map the major concentration camps in Germany and the surrounding countries. You do not need to do all of the camps because there are hundreds, but map at least 15 major concentration camps.
Your map should include:
A title
A key/legend
A compass
Clear labeling
Color
Watch this short video BEFORE moving on to your Mapping task below.
Part 1: Map the different areas of control that the Nazi Germany Party had over Europe. You will show the progression of control the Nazi Germany Party had over other European countries. Indicate the month/year in which a country was overthrown.
Search: "Spread of Nazi Germany" to help start your research.