The Gulag and Auschwitz

Responses must be  spell-checked, and reference at least two academic sources. Although the Gulag and Auschwitz do belong to the same intellectual and historical traditions, they are nevertheless separate and distinct.” (A. Applebaum, “Gulag”, Introduction). Discuss this subject indicating whether and why you agree or disagree with this quote, referencing the ideologies of Nazi fascism and Communism.