Prisoner B-3087 Flashcard

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What was the reason prisoners were transported by foot instead of train cars?

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The trains were needed for the war.

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What was unique about Czechoslovakia during the death march?

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People left bread and other food out for the prisoners, there were no Nazi flags displayed, and the prison guards were on edge.

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Was Yanek truly alone after the war?

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No, he had a cousin who survived!

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What idea did Yanek's family agree to for safety?

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Live in the pigeon coop on the roof to stay safe.

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What is a Judenrat?

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A Jewish police officer that had to take orders from a Nazi soldier.

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Why were the trains used for transporting prisoners needed for the war?

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The trains were repurposed for military use during the war.

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What did the lack of Nazi flags in Czechoslovakia signify for the prisoners?

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It indicated a different atmosphere and possibly more sympathy from the local population.

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How did Yanek's family try to protect themselves from the Nazis?

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They considered hiding in a pigeon coop.

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What does the term 'death march' refer to in the context of the Holocaust?

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A forced march of prisoners over long distances, often resulting in death due to exhaustion or execution.

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What role did the Judenrat play in the Jewish communities during the Holocaust?

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They were responsible for carrying out Nazi orders within the Jewish community.