Protectors of French Jews get long-overdue recognition

The video discusses the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in Vichy France during WWII, highlighting acts of courage by those who saved Jews from Nazi persecution. It covers the recognition of these individuals as the Righteous among nations by Israel and a ceremony led by President Jacques Chirac, acknowledging France's role in the deportation of Jews. The video emphasizes the importance of remembering and honoring those who acted with bravery and integrity during one of history's darkest periods.

What was the moral dilemma faced by people in Vichy France during the roundup of Jews?

• Whether to help their Jewish friends or not

• Whether to flee the country

• Whether to join the Nazi forces

• Whether to protest against the government

Who was awarded the status of Righteous among the Nations for saving Jewish lives?

• A French Gestapo member

• Jacques Chirac

• A German soldier

• Ivan

What was the role of some French people during the Nazi occupation?

• They fled to other countries

• They helped save the honor of France by aiding Jews

• They remained neutral

• They collaborated with the Nazis

Who was the first French president to recognize the state's role in the deportation of Jews?

• Emmanuel Macron

• Jacques Chirac

• François Mitterrand

• Charles de Gaulle

What does the recognition of the Righteous among Nations signify for France?

• A celebration of military victories

• A focus on economic achievements

• An acknowledgment of bravery and facing historical truths

• A denial of past actions