Auschwitz Birkenau

May 1, 2024

Auschwitz Birkenau

In the shadows of history’s darkest hour,
Lies a place where hope lost its power.
Auschwitz-Birkenau, silent and stark,
Bears witness to humanity’s deepest mark.

Within its fences, anguish did reign,
As innocent souls felt the tormenting pain.
Their cries echoing through the chilling air,
Beseeching a world that seemed not to care.

In barracks cramped, they huddled in fear,
Their dreams shattered, their future unclear.
Families torn apart, their bonds severed,
In the grip of hatred, they endured forever.

Yet amidst the despair, a flicker of light,
As they clung to memories, holding them tight.
Love transcending barbed wire and hate’s decree,
A testament to the strength of humanity.

Though they may be gone, their voices still rise,
A haunting reminder of the ultimate price.
We vow to remember, to honor and mourn,
The souls of Auschwitz, forever reborn.

Let their stories be told, let their names be heard,
May their legacy inspire, their memory preserved.
For in our remembrance, they shall never be lost,
The victims of Auschwitz, forever embossed.

These are just a few.

Ester Wouthuijsen-Ricardo, born in Amsterdam, on 8 August 1887—was murdered in Auschwitz Birkenau, on 14 August 1942. Reached the age of 55 years.

Alexander Waterman was born in Amsterdam on 20 March 1937. Murdered in Auschwitz Birkenau on 2 August 1942. He reached the age of 5.

Esther Eveline Werkenda was born in Borgerhout on 13 September 1933. Murdered in Auschwitz Birkenau on 2 August 1942. She was 8 years old.

Abraham Schuit was born in Amsterdam on 19 September 1907. Murdered in Auschwitz Birkenau, on 30 September 1942. He reached the age of 35 years. Occupation: Diamond polisher