Today it is widely recognized among the rights of the world. In particular, more than one and a half million people of different nationalities were evacuated to Uzbekistan from the war-torn and dangerous regions. About 250,000 Ashkenazi Jews from Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, Moldova and Poland were also evacuated. Our hardworking people, having accepted them, showed kindness and generosity.
        In the memorial complex "Victory Park" on May 26 this year. the opening ceremony of the "Monument of Gratitude" erected by the State of Israel took place. It was attended by Israeli Ambassador to Uzbekistan Zeavit Ben-Hillel, representatives of the diplomatic corps and employees of the complex. The inscription on the monument is in three languages: Uzbek, Russian and English: “From 1941 to 1942, during the years of brutal war and famine, more than one and a half million refugees and evacuees were brought to Uzbekistan. Among them were several hundred thousand Jewish refugees who needed help. Thanks to the hospitality of the Uzbek people, who shared their bread, the refugees found refuge here. The Jewish people and the State of Israel will remember and appreciate this with gratitude."
        Speakers at the event recalled the human qualities of the people of Uzbekistan in terms of courage and tolerance during the Great Patriotic War.
        After all, turning to history means not only showing respect and reverence for those who saved humanity from the scourge of fascism, but also realizing that memory is sacred.