Rationalizing the Unthinkable, A historical analysis of individual motivations for participating in the genocides in Rwanda and Sudan

Author

• Christine Hill

Date of Award

2006

Document Type

Research Paper

First Advisor

David Sartorius

Second Advisor

Joyce Kaufman

Abstract

This project defines genocide at its conception and how it is perceived in modern times as well as the impetus for such events. This study looks to the Rwandan genocide as a casebook study and analyzes whether current killing in Sudan can be labeled as a genocide. This project delves into the historical context of the Rwandan Genocide along with topics of Slavery and racism being analyzed.

Comments

WSP Major: Religion Through Literature

Recommended Citation

Hill, C. (2006). Rationalizing the Unthinkable, A historical analysis of individual motivations for participating in the genocides in Rwanda and Sudan. Retrieved from https://poetcommons.whittier.edu/scholars/387