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198925 minPGdocumentary

Historical Events

Babyn Yar

198925 minPGdocumentary

A memorial service and requiem rally honor the victims of Babyn Yar, featuring a speech by writer I. F. Drach and archival World War II footage.

Historical Events

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Izrail Goldshtein

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A memorial service and requiem rally honor the victims of Babyn Yar, featuring a speech by writer I. F. Drach and archival World War II footage.

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Izrail Goldshtein

Izrail Goldshteindirector

Ivan Drach

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A memorial service takes place at Babyn Yar, honoring the victims of the site where thousands were executed during World War II. Writer I. F. Drach delivers a speech at a requiem rally. The film includes historical photos and footage from the war, reflecting on the tragedy and remembrance associated with Babyn Yar. The documentary runs for 25 minutes and was released in 1989.

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