The episode commemorates the 75th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation, a site synonymous with mass murder where over 960,000 Jews were killed. Soviet troops liberated the camp on January 27, 1945, after its evacuation by Nazis. Survivors Susan Pollack and Ivor Perl share their harrowing experiences, offering personal accounts of survival and resilience post-liberation. Their testimonies are crucial as fewer survivors remain, emphasizing the importance of remembrance and education regarding the Holocaust's atrocities for future generations.
"Auschwitz stands as a haunting reminder of the depths of human cruelty—but also of the remarkable resilience of those who survived to share their stories."
"Ivor Perl and Susan Pollack remind us that the voices of holocaust survivors are fading, yet their stories hold invaluable lessons for humanity."
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