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Auschwitz survivors reflect on 80 years since liberation during memorial events

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Holocaust survivors gathered to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, the infamous Nazi concentration camp located in Poland. During a solemn ceremony held on Monday, survivors shared their tragic memories and experiences with an audience that included world leaders.

Survivors share their stories

Among the notable speakers were Marian Turski, aged 98, Janina Iwanska, 94, and Tova Friedman, 86. Each survivor recounted their haunting experiences during their time at Auschwitz, giving a poignant reminder of the atrocities faced by countless individuals during one of history’s darkest periods.

Paying tribute to victims

Attendees also participated in a traditional tribute by visiting the ‘death wall’ outside Block 11 of the camp. Here, they placed candles to honor the memory of the thousands of prisoners who tragically lost their lives at the hands of SS officers. The Auschwitz complex stands as a grim testament to a dark chapter in history, where approximately 1.1 million people, primarily Jews, were murdered, marking it as the site of the largest mass execution ever documented.

“It is our duty to remember and share these stories so that future generations can learn from our past,” said Turski during the ceremony.

This commemoration serves not only as a remembrance of those who perished but also as a powerful reminder of the importance of tolerance and human rights in today’s society.

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