Czech Republic contributes 2 million crowns to Auschwitz upkeep

The Czech government voted on Monday to contribute 2 million crowns (98,300 USD) towards the preservation of the memorial at Auschwitz concentration camp. The proposal was brought by outgoing Defence Minister Vlasta Parkanová in response to a Polish request for financial assistance. The Czech Republic follows Germany in offering financial aid to the Polish government, who are seeking to protect the camp’s buildings from falling into a state of utter decay. Poland’s Chief Rabbi Michael Schudrich said previously that it was immoral for Poland alone to have to bear the financial burden of the camp’s preservation. He called on Germany and countries whose inhabitants perished in Auschwitz to contribute towards the camp’s maintenance.

Author: Rosie Johnston