March 2024 Newsletter

Dachau: The First Nazi Concentration Camp

In March 1933, Dachau, a former factory, became the first concentration camp opened by the Nazi regime. The camp originally was intended for what the Nazis viewed as enemies of the state, their political opponents. After the original prisoners were brought to Dachau, over time, other targeted groups were interned there as well. Conditions at Dachau were brutal. It wasn’t until Kristallnacht in November 1938, that Jewish prisoners were brought to Dachau.

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Hibby Margol: A Dachau Liberator

A local legend, Hibby Margol, who just celebrated his 100th birthday in February, was with his twin brother Howard on April 29, 1945. On that day, when their Army unit reached the area, the brothers were among the first to realize the horrors of the now infamous Dachau Concentration Camp in Germany. Even as a centenarian, Hibby remains invigorated and motivated to share his important story with audiences.

Read the AJT Story: WWII Liberator Feted at 100th Birthday and watch the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust's video interview with Hibby below.

Book A Speaker

The Georgia Commission on the Holocaust offers a variety of speaker programs. Schools and community groups of 25 or more can book a Holocaust speaker or educator for 2024. Holocaust education and testimonies are as important today as ever. As an official state agency, GCH is committed to serving the citizens of Georgia. Programs are free. Email judyschancupp@holocaust.georgia.gov for more information.

Programs at Georgia Libraries

GCH Traveling Exhibits - March - April, 2024

"Survivors and Liberators"

Chattooga County Library - March 7 - April 8 Lafayetee-Walker County Library - April 15 - May 15

"WWII Veteran William A. Scott III"

Pierce County Public Library - February 22 - March 25 Coastal Plain Regional Library - April 1 - May 1

"Fashioning A Nation" Neva Lomason Memorial Library - February 22 - March 25 Rockmart Library - April 1 - May 1

View 2024 Traveling Library Exhibit schedule

GCH Educator Workshops

The Georgia Commission on the Holocaust assists middle and high school teachers with curriculum and pedagogy around teaching the Holocaust through Educator Workshops. Future workshops will take place at Augusta University, Univ. of North Georgia, GA Southern Univ., and Valdosta State University. Contact Patrice Weaver for more information.

Our Mission

The Georgia Commission on the Holocaust strives to preserve the memory of the Holocaust and promote public understanding of the history. It ensures that learning how and why the Holocaust happened is an important part of the education of Georgia citizens. It encourages reflection upon the moral questions raised by this unprecedented event and the responsibilities of citizens in a democracy.

In accordance with the requirements of title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. Read Full Statement.