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Auschwitz Monowitz: IG Farben plant near the camp (historical photograph)
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Forced Labour and Industry around Auschwitz: Monowitz and IG Farben

Posted on August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 admin

This article explains how forced labour shaped the Auschwitz complex, with a focus on Auschwitz III-Monowitz (Buna) and the nearby IG Farben works. For the overall site layout, see The Structure of the Auschwitz Complex, and for the origins of …

Map of the Auschwitz complex showing Auschwitz I, Auschwitz II-Birkenau and Auschwitz III-Monowitz (schematic) Source and license: Wikimedia Commons.
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The Structure of the Auschwitz Complex: Auschwitz I, Birkenau, Monowitz

Posted on August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 admin

This guide explains the Auschwitz map and layout so readers can understand how the camp complex functioned. “Auschwitz” here refers to the entire complex – Auschwitz I, Auschwitz II-Birkenau and Auschwitz III-Monowitz – unless stated otherwise. For the historical background …

Auschwitz Birkeanu gate in fog
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The Origins of Auschwitz: From Polish Barracks to Nazi Concentration Camp

Posted on July 30, 2025August 12, 2025 admin

A factual, respectful overview of Auschwitz-Birkenau’s history: origins, expansion, deportations, liquidation and memory. Key dates, context and sources …

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Important Auschwitz Rules – How to Respectfully Visit the Memorial

Posted on July 25, 2025August 13, 2025 admin

Auschwitz rules: dress code, photography, and visitor guidelines. Plan a respectful visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial …

Auschwitz tour options – guide explaining history during visit to memorial site
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Auschwitz Tour Options: Free Entry or Guided Visit – Which Is Better?

Posted on July 23, 2025August 13, 2025 admin

Compare Auschwitz tour options: free entry vs. guided visit. Learn what’s included, how to book tickets, and which type of visit is best for you …

Road sign for Oświęcim (Auschwitz) seen when travelling from Krakow
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How to Get to Auschwitz from Krakow

Posted on July 13, 2025August 13, 2025 admin

Find out how to get to Auschwitz from Krakow: compare bus, train, and guided tour options. Travel times, prices, and tips before you go …

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