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Racist shootings kill nine people in Hanau

On February 19, 2020, Racist shootings killed nine people in Hanau.

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The Event

On February 19, 2020, Racist shootings killed nine people in Hanau.

The Case and Its Context

The attacks on people from immigrant backgrounds prompted national scrutiny of far-right violence and the authorities’ response.

Separating the event from the investigation

The attack and the later effort to establish responsibility are separate parts of the record. Accounts should distinguish documented findings from early reports.

Reading the Historical Record

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About the Historical Recreation

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