ANNE FRANK ESSAY

boys. However, in 1940, the Germans invaded Holland.

The German occupation of Holland resulted in multiple oppressive measures. The population was prohibited from listening to Allied broadcasts, the press was silenced, and political parties were suppressed. Universities were shut down and the country's leaders in politics, military, and intellect were imprisoned. Many individuals were captured and sent to Germany as slaves. Additionally, Jewish people were specifically targeted, leading to their mass arrest. Initially, life under German occupation didn't change significantly for Anne Frank.

After changing schools from Montessori School to Jewish Lyceum School, Anne Frank faced the challenges of life under German occupation. Despite this, she still had friends at the Jewish school. On her 13th birthday, Anne Frank started writing in her diary, where she mentioned her birthday celebration and her friend, Lies. Additionally, Anne Frank met a guy named Harry Goldberg.

The Frank Family only spent a few days together before a tragedy occurred - Margot was called to report to a concentration camp. This prompted the Franks to decide to go into hiding. Otto Frank had already arranged for them to live in a set of rooms located at the top and back of a building where he used to work, before the Germans forced him to leave his business. The hiding spot was prepared by loyal friends and employees who were associated with Old Dutch.

The Franks departed the next day to their concealment spot, referred to as the "Secret Annex." Mr. Van Daan, Otto's colleague, joined them there along with Mrs. Van Daan and their son Peter Van Daan. Anne noted that the building included a spacious ground floor utilized for retail activities.

They were

prohibited from entering the area because there was a possibility of being noticed and captured. In addition, she mentioned that the house was quite spacious for a hiding spot. They also documented the presence of a hidden access to their hiding place: a bookcase that was specially built to disguise the entrance. The 8 concealed Jews had to remain silent during daytime due to regular activities in the lower part of the building; however, at night, when the building was empty, they were able to move around in the Secret Annex. The means by which they kept track of time in the "secret annex" was a church bell that rang every hour.

Among the helpers in the "secret annex" were Mr. Koophuis, Mr. Kraler, Meip Van Santen, and Elli Vossen. They provided assistance to the Franks and the Van Daan's by safeguarding their secrets, supplying them with food, gifts, and bringing any news they could gather. Anne Frank also expressed a deep bond with her father, Otto Franks, frequently discussing their closeness.

Anne expressed her ability to share everything with him and their shared common interests, such as a love for reading books and news, as well as studying history. However, Anne occasionally worries that her father does not see her the way she sees herself: as a mature young woman. In contrast, Anne did not have a close relationship with her mother. She feels that her mother is distant and uninterested, perceiving minimal similarities between them and a lack of affection from her.

Anne describes Margot as intelligent, soft-spoken, beautiful, and mature. On the other hand, Anne dislikes Mrs. van Daan greatly. According to Anne's memories, Mrs.

van Daan is remembered as unkind and self-centered; she often interferes in conflicts but rarely offers assistance. Anne feels envious of Mrs. van Daan's close relationship with her son Peter and wishes that Peter would love her instead of herself.

Nevertheless, Mrs. Van Daan possesses a number of positive qualities. On occasion, she displays reasonableness and is willing to back down from disputes. Additionally, she maintains a generally tidy and organized living space. Furthermore, Mrs. Van Daan often proves to be more approachable for Anne compared to her own mother. Furthermore, the arrival of Mr. Dussel, an elderly dentist, forces Anne to share her bedroom with him.

Anne feels that her youth has been spent in seclusion from the outside world. She resides in cramped rooms, cautiously navigating through the day and feeling fearful of the sounds of bombs and gunfire at night. Thankfully, the Franks possess a vast collection of books and a radio. As a result, Anne's understanding of politics and literature expands, and she devotes a great deal of effort to her studies and writing.

While distancing herself from the other members of the Annex, Anne finds solace in the company of Peter Van Daan in the attic. It is during this period that she starts having dreams about her childhood crush, Peter Schiff, whom she once loved dearly.

In her mind, she occasionally confuses Peter Van Daan with Peter Schiff. However, her perception of Peter Van Daan evolves, as she discovers his sensitivity and kindness. They engage in deep conversations about various topics. Gradually, their connection shifts from acquaintances to friends, providing solace for both of them. Regrettably, this bond doesn't endure.

As Anne's awareness

of world suffering grows, so does her own unbearable pain. The residents of the 'secret annex' are hopeful as news of the American invasion of German territories reaches them. The men in the annex had discussed this invasion extensively, seeing it as the war's turning point. However, the continuous break-ins by street robbers pose a danger to those in hiding, increasing the risk of being discovered.

While feeling completely isolated and believing others hold contempt towards her, Anne perceives herself as continually condemned with no way out. She briefly contemplates whether it would have been preferable for her family to have perished rather than enduring concealment in the Annex.

As Anne's behavior grows harsher towards others in the Annex, she also becomes more critical of herself, scolding herself for being unkind to the fellow occupants. This is where her diary concludes. Merely two months after Anne turned fifteen, and just two days following her final diary entry, the Secret Annex was raided. The exact reasons and methods behind the Germans' invasion remain unknown. It is widely believed that a warehouse worker overheard them and alerted the Gestapo.

Anne, her family (the Van Daans), Mr. Kraler, and Mr. Koophuis were all taken to concentration camps, but Bep and Miep, the helpers of the secret annex, managed to evade capture. Unfortunately, Mr. Van Daan did not survive and was lost in the gas chamber at Auschwitz.

Unfortunately, Mrs. Van Daan did not survive the concentration camps. She was transferred to different camps until her death in Belsen. However, the exact date of her demise is uncertain due to a lack of witnesses.

Peter Van Daan also perished during the German evacuation

from Auschwitz to Mauthausen.

In a similar manner, Mr. Dussel met his end while imprisoned in a concentration camp.

Frank died of starvation at Auschwitz, while Anne and Margot died from typhus at Bergen-Belsen camp shortly before its liberation, with a gap of approximately two months. However, before her death, Anne had the chance to meet up with her friend Lies. Thankfully, Otto Frank was the sole survivor. World War II appeared to bring the world to a standstill from 1939 to 1945.

The ongoing war, the largest military conflict in history, continues. While it spans globally, most countries have united to collectively suppress the aggression of the Axis Powers: Germany, Italy, and Japan. It is important to highlight that although Germany and Japan were technically allies, their intentions and objectives differed. The origins of Nazi Germany's rise to power and bellicosity can be directly traced back to World War I.

After World War I, Germany suffered severe economic devastation due to the Treaty of Versailles. This treaty unjustly blamed Germany for the war and imposed a heavy financial burden that was never fully met. As a result, Germany faced humiliation and struggled to recover and advance economically and technologically. Furthermore, the Great Depression in the late 1920s and early 1930s worsened these circumstances, increasing desperation throughout Germany. Consequently, extremist political factions such as Communists and Nationalists gained increasing support.

During the years 1920 and 1921, Adolf Hitler established the National Socialist German Workers' Party (Nazi Party), an extremist organization. Germany faced a period of economic downturn, resulting in a significant increase in Nazi Party membership with a total exceeding 100,000 individuals. The party commenced engaging in elections and attaining

triumphs. In 1933, Hitler exerted pressure on Paul von Hindenburg, who served as Germany's president during that time, to designate him as chancellor, thereby granting him substantial authority. By 1935, Germany chose to disregard the Treaty of Versailles along with its imposed limitations.

Hitler announced his intention to fully revive Germany's military, leading to the annexation of nearby territories like Austria and Czechoslovakia by 1938. This aggressive expansion continued with Germany invading Poland in September 1939, sparking the start of World War II as Britain and France opposed Germany. Japan, similarly affected by the Great Depression, heavily relied on imported resources and urgently sought more land for its expanding population.

During that time, Japanese military leaders, who had considerable influence over the civilian government, decided to expand their territories as the best solution. As a result, Japan began occupying Chinese territories from 1931 onwards. By 1937, Japan and China were officially at war. In 1940, the Japanese government announced its intention to establish a new order in East Asia by eliminating Western influence and assuming leadership themselves. At the same time, Japan formed a formal alliance with Germany and Italy, which ultimately led them into World War II. Meanwhile, disapproving of Japan's actions, the United States imposed trade restrictions that greatly hindered Japan's ability to import oil, scrap metal, and other vital resources for their war efforts.

Due to a crisis and the fear of an unavoidable collapse, Japan made the decision to carry out a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii on December 7, 1941. This action led to the United States entering World War II in both Europe and the Pacific. Once involved in the war,

Americans were committed to achieving total victory on both fronts, which resulted in increased domestic efforts.

During World War II, women played a significant role in various sectors such as industries, public transportation, medical and educational institutions while men served in the military. The primary objective of the United States was to defeat Italy, Nazi Germany, and Japan. Initially unprepared due to isolationism and lack of rearmament during the 1930s, it took time for the US to effectively counter its formidable adversaries. However, a major turning point occurred during the Battle of Midway in June 1943 when American aircraft completely destroyed the Japanese navy in the Pacific. Conversely, it took even longer for the US to establish a proper second front against Nazi Germany in Europe. By D-Day (June 6, 1944), when American forces stormed Normandy's beaches in France, three years of intense battles between the Soviet Red Army and Germans on Eastern Front had already taken place.

The Soviet Union played a major role in the defeat of Adolf Hitler, which led to significant casualties. The victory in Europe came at a high price, with around 70 million lives lost globally, especially innocent civilians. The Nazis conducted the most brutal genocide in recent history by specifically targeting six million European Jews. Major cities such as London, Berlin, and Tokyo experienced extensive damage to their military infrastructure and war factories due to relentless bombing campaigns. Soldiers from all factions committed terrible acts and engaged in war crimes. The introduction of gas chambers, unmanned rockets, and atomic bombs brought about horrifying new methods of warfare that directly targeted humanity.

In the course of human history, World War II emerged

as the most lethal and devastating conflict. The Nazis commenced sending Jews to concentration camps from 1933 onwards. Initially situated in Germany, these camps functioned as facilities for detaining several groups categorized as "undesirable" by the Nazis, such as Socialists, political prisoners, homosexuals, and Jews.

During the war, concentration camps were used to hold Soviet prisoners of war and slave laborers, where regular executions occurred and most prisoners died from overwork. It was later that the link between Jews and these camps became apparent. The Nazis specifically established death camps to exterminate Jews as their control expanded in Europe, leading to an increase in the deportation of Jews to concentration and death camps.

Between 1939 and 1941, several countries including Austria, Hungary, France, and Germany were involved in the deportation of Jews. It wasn't until 1941 that the Nazis initiated a large-scale deportation of Jews. Additionally, the Nazis created ghettos in Poland as part of their plan to remove Jews from the Polish countryside. They accomplished this by forcing the Jewish population into designated sections of cities and prohibiting them from leaving.

Often, walls surrounded these areas, which were patrolled by heavily armed Nazi guards. By 1942, Jews were being sent from ghettos, concentration camps, and transit camps to their deaths as the Nazis implemented the last phases of the Final Solution. Each ghetto had a Jewish council composed of rabbis and other community leaders, who ensured compliance with Nazi policies while also distributing food, maintaining order, and caring for the health and welfare of the people. The living conditions in the ghettos were appalling.

The Ghettos were always lacking in food as they were given the leftovers from

the general population. Additionally, the Jews in the ghettos faced a lack of medical care and basic necessities, leading to many deaths from malnutrition, disease, and starvation. Some Jews were also executed for alleged crimes. Similar to the concentration camps, the ghettos served as a temporary solution for the Nazis in dealing with the "Jewish problem." Eventually, these ghettos would be emptied and their inhabitants murdered. Throughout Hitler's reign in Germany, more than 100 concentration camps were established across Europe.

Although the living conditions at the concentration camps were harsh and the death rates were high, they were not solely intended for extermination purposes. The prisoners had a function to work in the camps, but their lives held little value to the guards, camp commanders, and Nazi police who were always present. Those unable to work were killed, while those who could work were typically worked to death. The prisoners endured long hours of hard labor in all types of weather and constant beatings from the guards, leading to the exhaustion and death of many. With meager rations consisting of a small piece of bread and weak soup each day, malnutrition and starvation claimed the lives of numerous prisoners.

Despite managing to escape starvation or death from exposure, prisoners in concentration camps still faced the risk of being killed by guards. In these camps, lack of medical care led to the abandonment and subsequent death of the sick and weakened individuals. Additionally, doctors in some camps performed cruel medical experiments on prisoners, resulting in the death of many, including children. Due to high mortality rates, the objective of many concentration camps was "extermination through labor." To facilitate

this goal, most camps were equipped with furnaces for disposing of bodies.

During the final stages of the war, these camps served as holding facilities for Jews who had been transferred from death camps located further east in order to avoid detection. Unlike the death camps such as Auschwitz, Birkenau, Chelmno, Treblinka, and Theresienstadt, which were temporary holding areas specifically designed for mass murder, these camps allowed Jews to be temporarily offloaded from train cars and either taken directly to gas chambers or executed by firing squads. Those who managed to survive immediate death often became forced laborers within the camp itself, usually assigned to tasks that supported the execution process, such as working at the furnaces, until they too met their demise.

In Auschwitz, certain prisoners who were physically capable were kept alive as slaves in order to assist with war production until they eventually died from excessive labor and starvation. The death camps employed gas chambers as a method of execution, and these proved to be chillingly effective. For instance, the twin chambers in Auschwitz, the largest death camp, could hold more than 4,000 individuals simultaneously. Those who were targeted for the gas chambers were compelled to undress before being forcibly pushed into the chambers of death.

About 20 minutes after the release of gas in the room, all those inside had died. The victims' bodies were then looted of any remaining valuables, such as dental gold and rings, and subsequently incinerated in specially constructed ovens. In instances where the ovens became overwhelmed due to the high number of casualties in certain death camps, the Germans resorted to burning the bodies in open spaces. In the

aftermath of the Holocaust, numerous survivors sought refuge in displaced persons camps overseen by the Allied powers. From 1948 to 1951, nearly 700,000 Jews migrated to Israel, which included 136,000 Jewish displaced persons from Europe. Other Jewish displaced persons relocated to various countries, including the United States.

The final DP camp closed in 1957, marking the end of an era. The horrendous crimes perpetrated during the Holocaust had a devastating impact on European Jewish communities, wiping out numerous Jewish settlements in occupied Eastern Europe. The Holocaust produced a substantial number of casualties. British historian Martin Gilbert estimates that nearly six million Jews, comprising approximately 78 percent of the Jewish population in occupied Europe at that time, fell victim to this genocide.

There were no specific laws or constitutional changes enacted in response to the Jews in World War II. However, existing laws such as the First Amendment of the United States Constitution, which guarantees freedom of religion, provided protections for Jews during and after the Holocaust. This amendment, adopted on December 15, 1791, ensures that any person in the United States has the right to practice any religion of their choice. It continued to safeguard Jews in the United States during World War II and beyond, as long as they were present in the country during those times.

Another amendment, the fourth amendment, could have prevented the occurrence of the holocaust. This amendment prohibits law enforcement or military from searching an individual's property without a warrant or valid reason. By upholding these laws, the United States has effectively ensured their effectiveness and compliance.

If you examine the current state of America, you will find that religious freedom still

exists and the 4th amendment remains in effect.

During World War II, Anne Frank and four other Jews - Mr. Van Daan, Mrs. Van Daan, Peter Van Daan, and Albert Dussel - hid in a place known as the Frank's hideout for a period of 25 months. In her personal diary, which spanned from June 14, 1942, to August 1, 1944, Anne wrote about her teenage life.

After the war, Anne's diary was published in 1950 and became a bestselling book. It was translated into 31 different languages, making it very popular and touching as it portrayed the impact of war on a young girl. The story begins with Anne Frank, who was born in Frankfurt, Germany. Initially, she had a pleasant childhood. However, as the 1930s progressed, the lives of Jews worsened due to Adolf Hitler's anti-Jewish laws. The Frank family, being Jewish, was greatly affected by these laws.

In the summer of 1933, Anne, her sister Margot, and her mom Edith departed from Frankfurt to visit her grandmother

in Aachen. Meanwhile, Anne's father, Otto Frank, went straight to Holland. They later reunited in Amsterdam during the spring of 1934 and made it their new home. In Amsterdam, young Anne attended a Montessori School.

During her time, she realized that she had many male admirers. However, in 1940, Holland was invaded by the Germans. As a result, the German authorities imposed restrictions on the Dutch people, prohibiting them from listening to broadcasts from the Allies. Moreover, the Germans enforced a strict control over the media and oppressed political organizations. Additionally, universities were closed down, and prominent figures in politics, military, and academia were incarcerated. Large numbers of individuals were captured and forced into slavery in Germany. Furthermore, the Germans initiated the deportation of Jews due to their implementation of extremely harsh anti-Semitic measures.

Initially, life remained unchanged for Anne Frank when Germany occupied her country. The only notable difference was her transfer from Montessori School to Jewish Lyceum School. Despite having friends at the new school, life continued to be difficult under German occupation. On her 13th birthday, Anne Frank started her famous diary, in which she wrote about her birthday celebration and her friend Lies. Additionally, she mentioned meeting a guy named Harry Goldberg.

The Franks only spent a few days together until a tragic event occurred: Margot was called to report to a concentration camp. This led the Franks to decide to go into hiding. Otto Frank had previously arranged to live in a set of rooms located at the top and back of the building where he used to work before being forced by the Germans to leave his business. The hiding place

had been prepared by his loyal friends and employees from the Old Dutch company.

The Franks departed the next morning for their hiding place, known as the "Secret Annex." They were accompanied by Otto's associate Mr. Van Daan, along with Mrs. Van Daan and their son Peter Van Daan. Anne explained that the building featured a spacious first floor utilized as a store warehouse, though they were prohibited from accessing it due to the risk of being seen and captured.

The house was described as being quite spacious for a hiding spot. The existence of a secret entrance was also noted; it was cleverly designed as a bookcase to conceal the entrance. Throughout the day, the 8 hiding Jews had to remain silent due to regular business activities in the lower part of the building. However, at night, when the building was empty, they were free to move around in the Secret Annex. Additionally, they kept track of time with the help of a church bell that rang every hour.

During their time in the "secret annex," the Franks had several helpers who included Mr. Koophuis, Mr. Kraler, Meip Van Santen, and Elli Vossen. These individuals were entrusted with keeping the secrets of the Franks and the Van Daan's. Additionally, they provided them with food, gifts, and any news they could gather. Anne Frank also emphasized her strong bond with her father, Otto Franks.

She always discussed the strong bond between her and her father, emphasizing their ability to share anything and their shared interests. They both had a passion for reading books and news, as well as studying history. Despite Anne's deep admiration for her father, she

sometimes expresses concern that he fails to acknowledge her as the mature young woman she sees herself as.

Anne had a distant relationship with her mother, perceiving her as cold and uncaring. They had little in common, and Anne felt that her mother lacked the ability to show affection. Comparatively, Anne regarded Margot as more intelligent, reserved, attractive, and mature. Mrs. van Daan was someone Anne despised, as she remembered.

Van Daan is described as being mean and selfish, frequently getting involved in arguments and not being very helpful. She is envious of Anne's bond with her son and wishes Peter would love her instead of Anne. Nevertheless, Mrs. Van Daan does possess some positive qualities. Occasionally, she can be more reasonable and willing to give in during disputes. Additionally, she maintains a tidy and orderly demeanor and is often more approachable for Anne than her own mother. Mr.

Dussel, an elderly dentist, moves in and Anne is forced to share her bedroom with him. This new living arrangement prompts Anne to reflect on her lost youth, as she is now confined to small rooms, constantly on edge during the day and threatened by the sounds of war at night. However, the Franks are fortunate to have access to plenty of books and a radio, which provide Anne with an opportunity to expand her knowledge of politics and literature. She devotes considerable time and effort to her studies and writing. Unfortunately, this academic pursuit causes Anne to grow increasingly distant from the other residents of the secret annex.

Despite her growing apart from the other members of the "secret annex," Anne finds solace in spending time with

Peter Van Daan in the attic. During this period, she begins to have dreams about Peter Schiff, a boy she was once infatuated with. Anne's feelings for Peter Van Daan become intertwined with memories of Peter Schiff, often leading to confusion. Gradually, Anne's perception of Peter Van Daan evolves beyond her initial impressions.

Anne and Peter's relationship evolves into a friendship and a source of comfort for both of them. However, this does not last. While Anne becomes increasingly aware of the suffering in the world, her own pain becomes intolerable. The situation in the 'secret annex' appears to improve when they hear about the American invasion of German territories, a topic frequently discussed by the men in the annex. Anne sees this as the war's beginning to come to an end.

Additionally, there is the ongoing issue of the warehouse being targeted by robbers, posing a danger to the inhabitants of the 'secret annex' as there is a high possibility of being discovered. Concurrently, Anne experiences overwhelming loneliness and a sense of being despised by everyone. She constantly feels scrutinized and trapped with no way out. Briefly, she entertains the thought that it may have been preferable for her and her family to have perished instead of hiding in the Annex.

As Anne's behavior towards others grows harsher, she also becomes critical of herself, berating herself for being unkind to the other occupants of the Annex. Her diary abruptly concludes. Merely two months after Anne's fifteenth birthday, and just two days after her final entry, the Secret Annex was raided. The exact reasons and methods behind the German invasion of the hideout remain uncertain. It is widely

speculated that a warehouse worker overheard them and alerted the Gestapo.

Anne and her family, along with the Van Daans, Mr. Kraler and Mr. Koophuis, were sent to concentration camps, while the secret annex's helpers Bep and Miep managed to avoid capture.

Van Daan died in a gas chamber in Auschwitz. Mrs. Van Daan was transferred through several concentration camps and unfortunately did not survive; she passed away in Belsen, though the exact date remains unrecorded. Peter Van Daan, on the other hand, died during the German evacuation of Auschwitz to Mauthausen. Mr.

Both Dussel and Mrs. Frank lost their lives in concentration camps - Dussel died in one, while Mrs. Frank starved in the barracks of Auschwitz. Anne and Margot, on the other hand, succumbed to typhus at Bergen-Belsen camp within a few days of each other, shortly before the camp's liberation. It is worth mentioning that before her passing, Anne had the opportunity to reunite with her friend Lies.

Fortunately, only Otto Frank survived the devastation of World War II. The war, which took place between 1939 and 1945, had a profound impact on the world. It remains the largest military conflict ever witnessed in history. Although the fighting occurred in various parts of the world, many countries united in their efforts to end the aggression of the Axis Powers - Germany, Italy, and Japan. Despite being allies, Germany and Japan had differing motives and goals. The origins of Nazi Germany's rise to power and its aggressive actions can be traced back to World War I.

After World War I, Germany suffered severe economic devastation. The Treaty of Versailles unjustly assigned complete responsibility for the war to Germany,

while also imposing a significant financial burden. Although the large sum of money was never fully paid, the treaty brought humiliation to the German population and hindered the nation's attempts to recover and advance economically and technologically. Subsequently, in the late 1920s and early 1930s, the global Great Depression inflicted additional hardships upon the country.

As desperation grew in Germany, various radical political parties gained popularity,including the Communists and Nationalists. Adolf Hitler, a prominent and extreme activist, founded the National Socialist German Workers' Party (known as the Nazi Party) in 1920 and 1921. By the time of Germany's depression, Hitler's party had a substantial membership of over 100,000 members and was rapidly expanding. The party also started participating in elections and experiencing increasing success. In 1933, Hitler exerted pressure on the German president, Paul von Hindenburg, to appoint him as chancellor, which was the head of t