10 Jun 1944

Oradour-sur-Glane Massacre

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Whilst these killings were taking place, the soldiers searched the town for any people who had evaded the initial roundup and killed them were they found them. One old invalid man was burned to death in his bed and a baby was baked to death in the local bakery ovens, other people were killed and their bodies thrown down a well. People who attempted to enter the town to see what was going on were shot dead. A local tram which arrived during the killings was emptied of passengers, who after several terrifying minutes were let go in peace.

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Summary of: In a Ruined State The story of Oradour-sur-Glane on 10th June 1944

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Rob Brent

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