STUDENTS stepped back in time to learn about 'frightening' tales of World War Two Germany as part of their school subjects.

Three schools in Ascot took part in a 'Knowledge cafe' session run by educational charity Cumberland Lodge on November 28.

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More than 20 A-level students from The Marist School in Sunninghill, Heathfield School in Ascot and Charters School in Sunningdale took part in the lessons from history project.

Dr Edmund Newell, chief executive of Cumberland Lodge, said: "The thought-provoking accounts from ordinary people, recounted in Amy Buller’s Darkness over Germany, are a great way to get sixth-formers talking about history and current affairs in a way that makes them relevant to the concerns and priorities of young people today."

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Short discussions were held in small groups at The Marist School comparing modern day themes to stories from 1930s Germany and the rise of fascism.

Students learned about the accounts of people's experiences from a woman called Amy Buller, who led delegates to Germany to find out what was happening there during the World War II.

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The discussions touched on pressing issues such as the rise of populism and nationalism, young people’s responsibilities in democratic society, and the role of inter-generational exchange in learning lessons from past experiences.

Mr Newell added: "We are very grateful to The Marist School for hosting us yesterday, and Heathfield and Charters schools for taking part as well, and we also hope to work with other schools, to roll out this model of small-group discussions around pressing issues facing society to more and more young people."

Cumberland Lodge Knowledge Cafes inspire students and groups to learn about the book Darkness over Germany.