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Rotterdam Razzia Remembrance

Rotterdam commemorates the 80th anniversary of the 1944 razzia, where 52,000 men were deported. Mayor Carola Schouten and a 101-year-old survivor attended the ceremony.

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Human Rights ViolationsNetherlandsDeportationWorld War IiCommemorationNazi GermanyRotterdam

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Carola SchoutenHan Thans

What is Han Thans's story?: Han Thans, now 101 years old, shared his experience of escaping the roundup by slipping away from the column and finding refuge. He later rejoined the group and was deported to Germany for forced labor.
What event was commemorated in Rotterdam?: The Rotterdam razzia of 1944 involved the deportation of 52,000 men by the German occupiers. This event was commemorated on its 80th anniversary with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Razzia Monument.
Who participated in the wreath-laying ceremony?: Mayor Carola Schouten participated in the wreath-laying ceremony, acknowledging the lasting impact of the razzia on families and children. The event highlighted the importance of remembering this dark chapter in Dutch history.
Where did the wreath-laying ceremony take place?: The Razzia Monument, unveiled last year, is located on the Parkkade in Rotterdam. The wreath-laying ceremony was the first official one to take place at the monument.
What was the outcome for the men who were deported?: While most of the deported men survived, over 500 died. The razzia significantly impacted families and continues to resonate today.

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