The term "Holocaust" primarily refers to the systematic genocide of six million Jews and millions of others by Nazi Germany during World War II, from 1941 to 1945. The Holocaust encompassed the implementation of extensive anti-Semitic laws, forced displacement, and mass extermination in concentration camps like Auschwitz. It aimed to annihilate the Jewish population and was characterized by widespread human rights abuses, including forced labor, medical experimentation, and brutal living conditions. The Holocaust serves as a grim reminder of the consequences of unchecked hatred and intolerance, leading to significant historical reflection and educational efforts aimed at preventing future genocides and promoting human rights worldwide.