Over 1.1 million people were murdered at Auschwitz, including nearly a million Jews. On the day of liberation 80 years ago, only 7,000 were saved.
By Barbara Erling and Kuba Stezycki OSWIECIM, Poland (Reuters) -Auschwitz survivors were being joined by world leaders on Monday to mark the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi German death camp by Soviet troops,
The ceremony is widely regarded as the last major observance likely to see a significant number of survivors in attendance.
On the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp, some of the remaining survivors share their stories and tell NBC News' Jesse Kirsch that their experiences should serve as a warning now.
STORY: Survivors of the Nazi Holocaust on Monday marked the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the notorious Auschwitz concentration camp.The ceremony was held at the site established in Poland by occupying German forces,
In all, 56 survivors gathered under a huge tent on Monday set up over a gate and railway tracks at the site of the former camp.
About 50 survivors are joining King Charles and world leaders for commemorations including a service and speeches.
In all, the Nazi regime murdered 6 million Jews from all over Europe, annihilating two-thirds of Europe's Jews and one-third of all Jews worldwide. In 2005, the United Nations designated Jan. 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
January 27th marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz concentration camp and the International Day of Commemoration of the Victims of the Holocaust.
Zukrow fears deniers will try to convince others that Auschwitz tragedies didn't happen once all survivors are gone.
Nella Glick describes the terror of hiding from the Nazis and explains why she shares her story with children today.