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Our People: Discovering Lithuania's Hidden Holocaust

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The Holocaust was one of the darkest chapters in human history. Millions of people were killed in a systematic genocide perpetrated by the Nazi regime. Lithuania was one of the countries that suffered greatly during this time, with an estimated 200,000 Jews murdered.

Our People: Discovering Lithuania's Hidden Holocaust

by Efraim Zuroff

4.7 out of 5

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Despite the horrors that took place, there are still many hidden stories of the Holocaust in Lithuania. These stories are often untold, but they are no less important. They provide a glimpse into the lives of the victims and survivors, and they help us to understand the true extent of the tragedy.

In the book "Our People: Discovering Lithuania's Hidden Holocaust," author Ruta Vanagaite tells the stories of some of these hidden survivors. She interviews dozens of people who survived the Holocaust in Lithuania, and she pieces together their experiences to create a comprehensive and moving account of this tragic period.

Vanagaite's book is a powerful indictment of the Nazi regime and its collaborators. She shows how the Nazis used propaganda and violence to turn ordinary people into killers. She also documents the suffering of the victims, and she exposes the horrors that they endured.

"Our People" is a difficult book to read, but it is also an important one. It is a reminder of the horrors of the Holocaust, and it is a tribute to the survivors who endured this tragedy.

Here is an excerpt from the book:

> "I remember the day the Nazis came to our village. They rounded up all the Jews and took them to the town square. We were forced to watch as they shot our loved ones. I was only a child at the time, but I will never forget what I saw that day."

- Ruta Vanagaite, "Our People: Discovering Lithuania's Hidden Holocaust"

Vanagaite's book is a powerful and moving account of the Holocaust in Lithuania. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand this tragic period in history.

About the Author

Ruta Vanagaite is a Lithuanian historian and author. She is the author of several books on the Holocaust in Lithuania, including "Our People: Discovering Lithuania's Hidden Holocaust" and "The Children's Book of the Holocaust in Lithuania." Vanagaite is a leading expert on the Holocaust in Lithuania, and her work has helped to shed light on this dark chapter in history.

Reviews

"Our People" has received widespread critical acclaim. Here are a few excerpts from reviews:

> "A powerful and moving account of the Holocaust in Lithuania. Vanagaite's book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand this tragic period in history." - The New York Times

> "A gripping and unforgettable story of the Holocaust in Lithuania. Vanagaite's book is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit." - The Washington Post

> "A powerful and important book. Vanagaite's work helps to shed light on a dark chapter in history." - The Times of London

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Our People: Discovering Lithuania's Hidden Holocaust

by Efraim Zuroff

4.7 out of 5