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Honor the brave survivors and remember the victims on Auschwitz Liberation Day - a day of remembrance and reflection for all.
On January 27, we commemorate the liberation of Auschwitz concentration camp with Auschwitz Liberation Day. This day holds great historical significance as it marks the end of one of the darkest periods in human history – the Holocaust. On this day in 1945, Soviet troops entered the camp and liberated over 7,000 prisoners who were still alive. It serves as a reminder to honor and remember the millions of lives lost during this horrific event and to never forget the atrocities committed against innocent people. Let us use this day to spread awareness and promote tolerance and acceptance towards all individuals regardless of their race, religion or beliefs.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Auschwitz Construction</div><div class='timeline-text'>Construction began on the Auschwitz concentration camp by the Nazis during World War II.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940-1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Victims of Auschwitz</div><div class='timeline-text'>Over 1 million people, predominantly Jewish, died in Auschwitz, making it a central symbol of the Holocaust.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Auschwitz Liberation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Auschwitz was liberated by the Soviet Army on January 27, 1945, marking an end to the Holocaust atrocities committed there.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1955</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum opens in Poland, preserving the site as a memorial to those who died there.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>International Holocaust Remembrance Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations General Assembly designated January 27, the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a Holocaust memorial</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to visit a local Holocaust memorial or museum to honor the lives lost and remember the significance of Auschwitz Liberation Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a virtual lecture or discussion</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many organizations and institutions offer virtual lectures and discussions on the topic of the Holocaust and Auschwitz Liberation Day. Take advantage of these opportunities to expand your knowledge and understanding.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Participate in a moment of silence</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Join others around the world in observing a moment of silence in remembrance of the victims of the Holocaust and those who fought for liberation.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a Holocaust education or remembrance organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Support organizations that work to educate others about the Holocaust and promote remembrance, such as the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum or the Anne Frank House.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a letter to a survivor or their family</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your support and gratitude by writing a letter to a Holocaust survivor or their family, sharing your thoughts and feelings about Auschwitz Liberation Day and the impact it has had on you.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It commemorates a significant event in history</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Auschwitz Liberation Day marks the day that Auschwitz concentration camp was liberated by Soviet soldiers, leading to the end of World War II and the liberation of thousands of prisoners. This event is an important reminder of the atrocities committed during the Holocaust and serves as a way to honor and remember those who suffered.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes education and awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By recognizing Auschwitz Liberation Day, we acknowledge and bring attention to the tragic events of the Holocaust. This day serves as an opportunity to educate ourselves and others about this dark chapter in history, in hopes of preventing similar atrocities from happening again in the future.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It honors survivors and victims</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>For survivors of Auschwitz and their families, this day is a chance to honor their resilience and strength in the face of unimaginable horrors. For victims who did not survive, it serves as a way to remember and pay tribute to their lives. Auschwitz Liberation Day is a way to show respect and solidarity with those affected by the Holocaust.</p></div></div>
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