The Rape Of Europa Analysis

“Art, in itself, is an attempt to bring out order in chaos”. This can not happen when the chaos itself is destroying precious works of art. The Rape of Europa, is a documentary during the time of Nazi Germany; describing the atrocities the nazis are committing, from destroying works of art to auctioning to fund their cause. Adolf Hitler, has committed numerous crimes against humanity, but he has also committed a crime that can never be undone. The crime that he is guilty of is, destroying works of art that represents cultures from different areas and time periods. Furthermore, the works of art that were destroyed during this time will never be seen ever again; the Nazis have robbed future generations chance for knowledge of these paintings. Germany was controlled by the Nazi Party during the time of World War Two, under the reign of Adolf Hitler. Adolf Hitler was the leader of Nazi Germany, and was also at the centre of the World War
Works of art that contained both culture and history is now gone due to a man who has deem them to be degenerate. It was hypocritical that Adolf Hitler and his party would destroy works of art, yet they are art collectors. It just made me furious that people would say what they are, but instead do the total opposite. Furthermore, this documentary revealed the second reason for the war, and it is to protect history and culture.
In conclusion, Nazi Germany was not only at the centre of World War Two, but also the destruction of cultural works of art as well. The Rape of Europa, depicts the atrocious crimes the Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party is guilty of. Before this documentary I did not know that the destruction of works of art was involved in the war as well. I am not only disgusted that someone would assume that their race is superior towards others but to destroy cultural works of art and history, is the worst offense of