Historical Events tagged with "persecution"

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Crime & Law

Himmler Orders Deportation of Roma to Auschwitz

December 16th, 1942 82 years ago

Heinrich Himmler, the chief of the Schutzstaffel, mandated the deportation of Roma individuals as part of the Nazi regime's broader extermination campaign. This order led to the systematic roundup of Roma populations in various regions. The Roma were identified as targets for extermination alongside Jews due to their ethnic background, prompting actions that would result in large-scale deportations to concentration camps, particularly Auschwitz-Birkenau in Poland.

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

UK Leaders Condemn Nazi Persecution of Jews

October 29th, 1942 82 years ago

In October 1942, prominent clergymen and political figures in the United Kingdom convened a public meeting to express their outrage over the ongoing persecution of Jews by Nazi Germany. This gathering served as a platform to voice collective indignation and called for greater awareness and action regarding the humanitarian crisis. Speaking passionately against the atrocities, they aimed to mobilize public opinion and encourage governmental intervention.

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Politics & Government

Forced Relocation of Jews from Konstantynów

September 21st, 1942 82 years ago

At the end of Yom Kippur, Germans ordered the Jewish community of Konstantynów to move permanently to Biała Podlaska. This abrupt and harsh directive disrupted their lives and communities, marking a significant step in the Nazi regime's ongoing persecution and displacement of Jews in Poland during World War II.

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Anne Frank's Family Enters Secret Annex

July 6th, 1942 82 years ago

Anne Frank and her family went into hiding in the Secret Annex above Otto Frank's office in Amsterdam. They took refuge due to the increasing persecution of Jews during World War II. The family's decision to hide was made in response to the worsening situation for Jews in the Netherlands, as they sought safety from Nazi oppression. Joined by the Van Pels family and later another individual, they remained hidden for over two years, relying on friends who provided food and supplies.

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Politics & Government

Nazi Germany Bans Jewish Emigration

October 23rd, 1941 83 years ago

Nazi Germany implemented a decree prohibiting Jews from emigrating. This policy extended not only to those within Germany but also to Jews in occupied territories, solidifying the regime's oppressive stance. The order represented a critical moment in the escalation of anti-Jewish measures, driven by the Nazis' increasing antisemitism and desire to control its Jewish population during World War II.

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

General Strike Against Nazi Persecution in Amsterdam

February 25th, 1941 84 years ago

In Amsterdam, the outlawed Communist Party led a general strike to protest Nazi persecution of Dutch Jews. This marked a significant act of defiance against the occupying German forces, uniting various groups in solidarity. Workers halted their activities, demonstrating resistance to the oppressive regime and raising awareness about the injustices faced by the Jewish community. The strike occurred in the heart of an occupied city, marking an important moment in the struggle against fascism in the Netherlands.

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Nazi Closure of Warsaw Ghetto Begins

November 16th, 1940 84 years ago

In November 1940, the Nazis sealed off the Warsaw Ghetto, confining approximately 400,000 Jews to a small area of the city. This blockade aimed to enforce segregation and control the Jewish population amidst the ongoing occupation of Poland. As a part of the larger strategy of persecution, the ghetto’s residents faced severe shortages of food and medical supplies, deeply impacting their living conditions.

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Politics & Government

Franz Rademacher's Madagascar Plan Proposal

June 3rd, 1940 84 years ago

Franz Rademacher proposed making Madagascar a Jewish homeland, an idea reminiscent of Theodor Herzl's earlier concept. The plan aimed to relocate European Jews to the island of Madagascar, which was intended to be a solution to the so-called Jewish question in Nazi Germany. Rademacher's proposal was discussed amidst the rising tensions in Europe and the persecution of Jews, reflecting the desperation of the Nazi regime to address the so-called 'Jewish problem' through forced emigration rather than integration.

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Economics & Industry

Decree on Jewish Property Utilization Issued

December 3rd, 1938 86 years ago

On December 3, 1938, Nazi Germany enacted a decree compelling Jews to sell their properties, businesses, and stocks at prices significantly below market value in an effort to further the Aryanization process. This legislation aimed to expropriate Jewish assets and reinforce the economic marginalization of Jewish communities across Germany. The decree marked another crucial step in the escalating persecution leading up to World War II, deepening the financial distress faced by Jews in Germany.

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