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Jewish refugees, part of the Brihah (the postwar mass flight of Jews from eastern Europe), in a crowded boxcar on the way to a displaced ... [LCID: 80915]
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The Aftermath of the Holocaust

For survivors, the prospect of rebuilding their lives after the Holocaust was daunting. Many feared to return to their former homes. 

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Explore the ID Cards to learn more about personal experiences during the Holocaust

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