Memorials Mark 80th Anniversary of Auschwitz Liberation

The 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz will be commemorated through various events, including a memorial in Columbia, South Carolina on January 27, hosted by the Greenville Jewish Federation and the University of South Carolina. The memorial will feature prominent speakers, including NBC's Chuck Todd and South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, along with a candle-lighting ceremony attended by Holocaust survivors' children. In a related event, King Charles has announced his intention to attend a service at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial, emphasizing the importance of remembering the atrocities of the Holocaust. The King expressed that his visit is an affirmation of the need to educate others about the Holocaust to prevent future genocides. Additionally, community groups are organizing events that highlight ongoing genocides worldwide, urging people to challenge prejudice and divisive language. These commemorations serve as a reminder of the past and a call for peace in light of current global conflicts.