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Unpacking the Clean Wehrmacht’s Legacy in Wargames - Wargame Ethics

Join us for a panel discussion as we delve into the sensitive and often contentious portrayal of the Wehrmacht in historical wargames. In this session, we explore the ethical boundaries and responsibilities of game designers and historians in representing WWII themes. Our Panelists: Professor Alastair Kocho Williams - A respected historian from Clarkson University, Prof. Williams brings a wealth of knowledge in WWII history and the pervasive myths surrounding the Wehrmacht. Jan Heinemann - A historian and political scientist, Jan offers insights into the cultural and political ramifications of WWII representations in modern media. Volko Ruhnke - Renowned for his innovative design of the COIN series, Ruhnke's work in wargame design has challenged and redefined how complex conflicts are modeled in gaming. Dr. Waitman Beorne - Historian at Northumbria University with research interests in the Holocaust, genocide, and German history. Discussion Points: The implications of using Nazi-era memorabilia as promotional material in the gaming industry. An in-depth examination of the 'Clean Wehrmacht' myth: its origins, impact, and persistence in both academic circles and popular media. Strategies for wargame designers to handle sensitive historical content responsibly. Why Watch? This panel is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of history, ethics, and gaming. Whether you are a gamer, a historian, or simply curious about the ethical challenges of representing history in games, this discussion promises to offer valuable perspectives and stimulate thoughtful debate. Suggested readings: The Clean Wehrmacht, the War of Extermination, and beyond https://www.jstor.org/stable/40264179 Builders of the Third Reich https://www.bloomsbury.com/au/builder... Dr Waitman's podcast on the History of the Holocaust: https://thhp.buzzsprout.com Playing the Nazis: Political Implications in Analog Wargames https://analoggamestudies.org/2019/09... The Other Side of the Hill – Thoughts from Volko Ruhnke https://theboardgameschronicle.com/20... Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/homoludens1871