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Bergen-Belsen: Quick Facts

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Facts

Also Known As Belsen
Date 1943 - 1945

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Bergen-Belsen: mass grave
Map of Europe highlighting the location of Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in northern Germany. Surrounding countries such as France, Poland, Denmark, and the Netherlands are labeled, with a small inset showing the broader position of Europe on the world map.
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