As we near the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, the poignant legacy of those who lived through its tumultuous era is becoming increasingly fragile.

In Germany, the number of surviving WWII veterans continues to dwindle with each passing year, a bittersweet reminder of the indomitable human spirit that endured through one of history's darkest chapters.

According to the latest estimates from the German government, there are now fewer than 2,000 WWII veterans still alive in the country.

This represents a dramatic decline from the hundreds of thousands who courageously fought and persevered during the conflict. - https://germanyfocusguide.com/blog/how-many-wwii-veterans-are-still-alive-in-germany/?unique_id_vncaza8o

The Dwindling Legacy: Reflecting on the Lives of Remaining WWII Veterans in Germany