Dachau

The Dachau concentration camp is a very popular tourist attraction for Huntsman Scholars because it is fairly easy to get to out of Munich and there is no charge to get in. Dachau was the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany that was in use from 1933 to 1960. The most interesting fact about Dachau is that its location is very unique and in the video shown at the camp it explains the surrounding towns had no idea what exactly was happening in the old abandoned factories. Over 25,000 prisoners died at Dachau from various reasons including gas chambers, disease, malnutrition, and suicide. There is a very somber feeling at the camp and it’s very interesting to hear the stories told because they are not one-sided. When visiting Europe, I would highly recommend studying and seeing a concentration camp because it brings to life what we learn about in History classes and textbooks. I have been able to appreciate my freedom and lifestyle more because of studying about this camp.