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Does the Holocaust Still Matter?

Crucial lessons for humanity to remember always.

Hidden in Thunder

Those who took up arms weren't the only heroes in the Holocaust.

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Anchor for Survival

During those perilous years, the Torah kept me alive.

My Cousin Karlchen

The Nazis' plans to perfect the Aryan race began with little Karl and his friends.

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Historical Background

Defeat in World War I left Germany desperate and on the brink of collapse, fertile ground for a Nationalistic movement.

The Killing Squads could not deal with so many people, so they were shipped off to more "efficient" death camps.

Resources

Poland Video Log

Reflections on the Holocaust from Poland - a video diary.

Poland Video Log Part 1: At Treblinka Death Camp_

The world's biggest graveyard.

Poland Video Log Part 2: Shoes_

In Majdanek: One barrack. 200,000 shoes.

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