Whatever has been written about the history of genocide has been based mainly on the experiences of men. Yet women's experiences with genocide have often differed from those of men in terms of participation, forms of victimization, and consequences. This essay explores these issues, focusing In particular on the relationship between women and the perpetration of genocide.
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