On this day, May 16, 1944, let us pause for a moment to remember with deep respect the brave men and women who stood against persecution and injustice during the Holocaust. This day is especially significant for our community as it is also known as Roma Resistance Day.

On this day in 1944, the Roma prisoners in the Auschwitz concentration camp were preparing for an organized uprising to resist the Nazi forces and prevent their own annihilation. Although the uprising was not entirely successful, their courage and self-sacrifice remain a shining example for us even today.

This day reminds us that the actions of the Roma heroes, who risked their lives to protect their community, must never be forgotten. Let us share the names, stories, and memories of those who did not let humanity fade even in the most challenging times.

Róbert Báthory: Roma Resistance Day: 77 Years Ago, the Inhabitants of the Gypsy Camp Fought Against the SS

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