Remains of Children Found in 'Klein Auschwitz' Concentration Camp
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April 9, 2025 16:49
łódź - Remains of children discovered in 'Klein Auschwitz' children's concentration camp in Poland. Details of the findings and historical background.
Remains Discovered in 'Klein Auschwitz' Concentration Camp
Remains of children found in a Catholic cemetery in Poland, including 12-year-old Teresa Jakubowska, who was killed by camp leader Sydonia Bayer.
Witness Testimonies
- Zofia Szope recalls the brutal beating of Jakubowska during a roll call.
- Survivor accounts of Bayer's sadistic acts on children.
Identification of Victims
Other victims identified as Stanisław Kurek, Janos Duka, and Leon Marczawa, who died due to disease and exhaustion.
Historical Context
'Klein Auschwitz' was established by the Nazis in Łódź in 1942, known for high mortality rates. Arolsen Archives estimate 12,000-13,000 children passed through the camp.