History masterclasses
Throughout the year, we'll be presenting a series of masterclasses from expert historians, across topics ranging from the hidden history in Britain's heritage sites to the enduring reputation of Oliver Cromwell.
Each series includes pre-read material, a lecture from an expert historian or speaker and a live Q&A session.
These events are virtual and available anywhere in the world.
Missed a previous talk or masterclass? You can find selected recordings of previous events and masterclass series, available to HistoryExtra subscribers, at our video hub
The Holocaust with Laurence Rees
This curated three-part virtual lecture series from the acclaimed historian and broadcaster Laurence Rees will offer an expert overview of the Holocaust. From the origins of Nazi antisemitism and the rise of Adolf Hitler to the escalation of violence and persecution amid the Second World War and the horrors of the death camps, this masterclass promises to provide an authoritative look at one of the darkest events in history.
What's included:
- An 45-minute lecture from Laurence Rees
- Q&A session with an opportunity for you to pose your question to Laurence
- Access to recordings for all parts of the series
Price: £15 per session or £39 for all three sessions
Dates: 22 and 29 September, 6 October 2022, 12:30pm
Book your place here
About the presenter
Laurence Rees is a historian, award-winning documentary filmmaker and author. His books include Auschwitz: The Nazis and the ‘Final Solution’ (BBC Books, 2005), Hitler and Stalin (Viking, 2020) and The Holocaust: A New History (Viking, 2017), which was a Sunday Times bestseller and described by The Telegraph as “the best single-volume account of the atrocity ever written”.