Standing Cells —A Most BRUTAL Torture Method
From its medieval origins to widespread use during the Nazi Regime, was the Standing Cell the most brutal torture device in history? If so, how? What parallels can we draw between Hitler’s favorite punishment method and Guantanamo Bay?
Punishment methods have evolved significantly through history, reflecting social, political, and technological changes. The standing cell has roots in medieval times with the oubliette, a dungeon where prisoners were left to die. These methods aimed to break individuals physically and mentally.
The shift from medieval dungeons to the standing cells of World War II highlights a continuity in human punishment approaches. Standing cells, notably used in Auschwitz and other concentration camps, confined prisoners in unbearable conditions, leading to severe physical and psychological distress. The history of these methods raises important questions about human rights and the capacity for cruelty.
The Medieval Origins of Confinement
The concept of confinement as punishment has medieval roots. During this time, dungeons were common in European castles and fortresses.
