Vilna Ghetto

The Vilna Ghetto was a designated area in Vilnius (Vilna), Lithuania, where Jewish residents were forcibly confined by Nazi Germans during World War II from 1941 to 1944. Created as part of their persecution, the ghetto confined thousands of Jews, stripping them of rights and subjecting them to harsh living conditions, forced labor, and constant threat of violence. Despite these circumstances, inhabitants maintained cultural and religious life, creating a notable Jewish community. The ghetto was eventually liquidated, and many residents perished or were deported to extermination camps. It stands as a symbol of resilience amid unimaginable hardship.