World leaders have joined the survivors of the Nazi death camp at Auschwitz to remember the dead and to confront one of the darkest moments of Europe's history, the extermination of its Jews on the 60th anniversary of the the camp's liberation.
While dignitaries from around the world gathered in Poland to mark the 60th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi death camp at Auschwitz, Israelis noted the occasion in their own way. The atmosphere in Israel was subdued.
Full statistics for the tragic fate of children who died during the Holocaust will never be known. Some estimates range as high as 1.5 million murdered children. Find out more.
SomethingJewish offers a guide to Holocaust Memorial Day events taking place across the UK. From Accrington to Worcester there are events before, during and after the day allowing everyone to take part in the national commemoration.
There are many questions about the days and its purpose. SomethingJewish offers a list of these questions. From Why have the day on the 27th of January each year through to is the day just about Jewish issues? Find out the answers.