Remembering the Holocaust After Eighty Years with Simon Schama, Hugo Macgregor and Robert Siegel
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Simon Schama, renowned historian, revisits the memories of the Holocaust in light of the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz-Birkenau's liberation. In a discussion with Hugo Macgregor, director of the PBS documentary "Simon Schama: The Holocaust, 80 Years On," and Robert Siegel of Moment Magazine, Schama reflects on his emotional journey through former Jewish communities of Europe and offers his first impressions of visiting the death camp. This conversation explores the critical roles of remembrance and education in combating Holocaust denial and rising antisemitism, emphasizing the enduring importance of the phrase "never again." This event aligns with Yom HaShoah, a day dedicated to Holocaust remembrance.