The Holocaust: Why is it important to remember? The Holocaust is widely considered one of the most tragic events in recent history – and that is an issue. Confining the Holocaust to ‘history’ is a common mistake for a couple of reasons: firstly, the persecution of minorities is very much ongoing, and with all that has happened within countries such as Ukraine and Iran, it is more important than ever to understand people’s fight for identity and freedom. Secondly, [...]