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Thousands Honor 80th Anniversary of Mauthausen Liberation

5/12/2025

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On Sunday, a poignant ceremony marked the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Mauthausen concentration camp in Austria, drawing thousands, including national leaders and global dignitaries. Together, they honored the nearly 190,000 prisoners, half of whom lost their lives. Organizers underscored the vital need to remember the victims and uphold the values of freedom and human dignity.

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On Sunday, a poignant ceremony marked the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Mauthausen concentration camp in Austria, drawing thousands, including national leaders and global dignitaries. Together, they honored the nearly 190,000 prisoners, half of whom lost their lives. Organizers underscored the vital need to remember the victims and uphold the values of freedom and human dignity.