Section 7: Liberation
Central Idea
Vocabulary
The Allies began liberating the camps when

• Allies Germany started losing the war. They had to ind new homes for the 200,000 Jewish urvivors.
• displaced persons
  hink about It: How might this experience have affected survivors?

Survivors of the Holocaust faced unimaginable trauma and loss, which would shape their lives for years to come. Many grappled with the loss of family and their previous identities, leading to complex emotional landscapes that included grief, guilt, and resilience. Reestablishing a sense of normalcy was a daunting challenge, as survivors often had to navigate a world that had drastically changed during their time in camps.

In the aftermath of liberation, many survivors became advocates for human rights, sharing their stories to ensure that such atrocities would never happen again. They sought to rebuild their lives, forming new communities and contributing to the cultural landscape of their new homes. Their experiences inspired literature, art, and education initiatives, highlighting the importance of memory and vigilance against hatred.