ITV documentary Return to Belsen by Jonathan Dimbleby

This powerful documentary revisits the horrors of Bergen-Belsen, the Nazi concentration camp liberated by British forces in April 1945. Through haunting archival footage, survivor testimonies it reveals the unimaginable suffering endured by prisoners: starvation, disease, and despair. The documentary explores the camp’s origins, its chaotic final months, and the emotional aftermath for survivors and liberators alike. Personal stories—like that of a woman who kept a knife hidden in her sock, or children who watched dying figures collapse in front of them—highlight the human cost of Nazi brutality. Liberation brought a mix of joy and tragedy, as many died even after the camp was freed. The trauma continued for decades, often buried in silence. The documentary emphasizes the importance of remembrance, showing how Holocaust memory is passed on through generations and taught in schools today. As antisemitism and hate resurface in modern times, the voices from Belsen serve as a solemn warning: this must never happen again. Through memory and education, the film urges us to confront the past and protect the future.