The work of German-Jewish artist Fred Kormis, who created the UK's first memorial to Nazi persecution victims, highlights the overlooked contributions of refugees in art.
Dr. Barbara Warnock noted that Kormis's story is emblematic of how historical events disrupt lives, particularly for refugees facing antisemitism and conflict.
Kormis's journey from a promising artist in Weimar Germany to a refugee whose work was discarded due to Nazi ideology illustrates the loss of cultural contributions.
His memorial in Gladstone Park serves as a poignant reminder of the legacy of victims of persecution and the essential role refugees play in society.
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