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Holocaust survivor Irene Butter dies at 95

The contemporary witness and peace fighter from Berlin died in the USA surrounded by her family.

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  • Holocaust survivor and contemporary witness Irene Butter died in the USA at the age of 95.
  • Minister of State for Education Wolfram Weimer praised her as a tireless fighter for peace and enlightenment.

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Irene Butter was a Holocaust survivor who told her story as a Jew and advocated for enlightenment and peace.

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Holocaust survivor Irene Butter is dead. According to a report by NDR, the Berlin native died in the USA surrounded by her family and friends. She was 95 years old.

Minister of State for Culture Wolfram Weimer was affected by Butter's death. “With Irene Butter we are losing an impressive voice of remembrance and a tireless fighter for peace,” said Weimer. She has campaigned for enlightenment, peace and understanding for decades. »Her courage to raise her voice and tell her personal story as a Jew is invaluable.«

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This article was originally published by Die Zeit.

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