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“Thousand got away to other countries; thousands returned to Spain tempted by false promises of kindness. By the tens of thousands, these Spaniards died of neglect in the concentration camps.” quote by Martha Gellhorn
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“Thousand got away to other countries; thousands returned to Spain tempted by false promises of kindness. By the tens of thousands, these Spaniards died of neglect in the concentration camps.”

Martha Gellhorn

About This Quote

Source Article: Report on Spanish Civil War Refugees, 1939

Many Spaniards fled abroad, but those who returned faced false promises, leading to neglect and death in concentration camps.

In simple terms: Returned refugees suffered from broken promises and neglect.

Key Takeaway

Beware of deceptive offers.

Themes

history human rights migration

Mood

somber reflective

Type

historical cautionary

When to use this quote

  • humanitarian aid planning
  • policy advocacy
  • historical education

Key Concepts

refugee crisis false promises neglect

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards protect refugees from exploitation?
  • How can societies remember these tragedies?
A Different Perspective

May simplify complex wartime dynamics.

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