The memory of the war – in caring for veterans and former prisoners

On April 11, 1945, the prisoners of Buchenwald rose up in rebellion, which became a symbol of resistance to fascism. This date was chosen as the International Day of the Liberation of Prisoners of Concentration Camps – in memory of millions tortured in Nazi "death factories".

Those whose childhood was spent in concentration camps carry the most terrible memories of war crimes throughout their lives. On the eve of this memorable date, employees of the Lepel District Department for Emergency Situations provided targeted assistance to a minor prisoner, Tatyana Yakovlevna Vishnevskaya. Rescuers installed an autonomous fire alarm, after which Tatyana Yakovlevna shared many stories about the hardships she had to endure.

Despite the difficult memories of life in the concentration camp, Tatyana Yakovlevna is very welcoming and friendly, radiating optimism. This year she turned 91, and she remembers everything very clearly, especially the war years.

In a warm conversation, the rescuers listened to many of the prisoner's memories in order to pass them on to future generations and not forget the price paid for Victory.

Representatives of the Ministry of Emergency Situations wished Tatyana Yakovlevna long life, warmth, and comfort, and she, in turn, wished the new generation to cherish peace and remember the lessons of history.