In the context of World War II and Hitler's regime, there were efforts to evacuate German children, particularly those deemed "Aryan" or seen as part of a Nazi racial ideology. However, these efforts were often complicated by the broader social and political atmosphere of the time, as well as the prevailing ideologies.
Here are the responses regarding German children during that era:
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They were separated and sent to several different countries. - Correct to some extent; there were indeed instances where children were evacuated to various countries, but this was often based on specific agreements or humanitarian efforts.
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The United States allowed them to immigrate. - This was limited. The U.S. had restrictive immigration policies during the 1930s and 1940s, making it challenging for many to enter, including German children.
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They were sent to death camps in Germany. - This is misleading; while many Jewish children and other targeted groups were sent to death camps, the German children of the Aryan population were not targeted for extermination.
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German families took them in and protected them. - There were indeed families and individuals who took in and protected children, particularly those who were at risk of persecution, but this varied widely across different regions and circumstances.
Overall, the fate of German children under Nazi rule was complex, influenced by their racial status, the political context, and individual family decisions.
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