These people in family groups. but separated from each other. were shipped in cattle cars to the harshest regions of Russia including the northern reaches of Siberia. For many it meant separation forever from their families. For those who died. it is the Baltic peoples Memorial Daythe day of Deportation. the day of the Baltic "Auschwitz". The total deported and killed Latvians in the first year alone amounted to 1.80% of the population. This means that in the case of a Russian occupation and In proportion to the population. 2.400.000 people would be deported from the United States of America. Secondly. this day is a very opportune time to thank the community. the city. the state and the country for its charity. tolerance and help in the modern day "Exodus" of the Baltic people. America is the standardbearer of the premise that without justice there is no dignity accorded the individual.
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