30-01-2025
Alex Kor, CANDLES contingent, at 80th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation
Jan. 30—Alex Kor, son of Auschwitz survivor Eva Kor, and Troy Fears, executive director of CANDLES Holocaust Museum, were among those attending a ceremony in Poland Monday marking the 80th anniversary of the death camp's liberation by Soviet troops.
"As the son of two Holocaust survivors, Eva and Mickey Kor, of blessed memory, today's ceremony is a strong reminder that unfortunately every day, every month, etc. we lose another Holocaust survivor," Alex Kor said in an email.
"And, unfortunately, their voices are even more important now than ever," he said. "Thus, I urge all second, third and fourth generations to continue to tell these stories so the world will never forget."
A contingent of 45 people representing CANDLES attended the memorial program, Fears said.
Eva Kor founded the Terre Haute CANDLES Holocaust Museum, which opened in 1995.
Fears wrote, "Being on the grounds at Auschwitz for the 80th Anniversary of Liberation, we are reminded of the importance of remembrance and education, ensuring that the lessons of the Holocaust are never forgotten. Together, CANDLES reaffirms our commitment to fighting antisemitism, bigotry, and hatred in all its forms and to carry Eva Kor's mission of building a world rooted in understanding, compassion, and peace."
The memorial event took place under a large tent set up over a gate and railway tracks at the site of the former death camp.
