Holocaust Remembrance Day, observed on January 27, commemorates the liberation of Auschwitz in 1945, highlighting Germany's dedication to remembering its Nazi past. The Bundestag hosts solemn ceremonies, with flags at half-mast, wreaths, and members in black attire. Educational efforts include history lessons and visits to former concentration camps. Germany's culture of remembrance is showcased through over 300 memorial sites, documentation centers, and public exhibitions. Political scientist Saba-Nur Cheema notes that this culture remains a pivotal part of confronting the nation's dark history, including the murder of six million Jews during the Holocaust.
Outside the German Bundestag, flags are flying at half-mast, and inside, wreaths have been placed at the speaker's lectern. Many members of parliament are dressed in black, as are many guests.
Holocaust Remembrance Day is a reminder of the darkest chapter in German history. Nazi Germany sparked World War II... and was responsible for the systematic murder of six million European Jews.
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