Episode 395: The Andrew Parker Show, Special Edition, “Remembering Dachau - 80 Years Later”

This powerful special edition of The Andrew Parker Show honors the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Dachau concentration camp — the first and model camp of the Nazi regime. Andrew Parker shares the deeply personal story of his father, Sergeant Leonard S. Parker, who was among the first U.S. soldiers to come upon Dachau in April 1945 as part of the 45th Infantry Division. In this moving episode, Andrew reflects on the horrors of the Holocaust, the enduring importance of remembrance, and the dangerous rise of ignorance and antisemitism in today"s world. Featuring a heartfelt reading by Andrew"s son, Sam Parker, of Leonard Parker’s original letter written just days after witnessing the atrocities of Dachau — a letter now preserved in the U.S. National Holocaust Museum and Yad Vashem. Andrew also shares his upcoming visit to the 80th Commemoration Ceremony in Dachau with his son, reaffirming that while Hitler’s "Final Solution" failed, the need to educate future generations remains critical. Topics include:The history and significance of DachauA first-hand account from a liberator’s letter homeThe role of Holocaust education todayThe parallels between past and present threatsHonoring U.S. Army soldiers who helped liberate the camps Listen to this emotional and important tribute and join us in ensuring history is never forgotten. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel, join our email list, and explore more episodes at theandrewparkershow.com — where politics, Israel, and the law intersect. Support the show The Andrew Parker Show - Politics, Israel & The Law. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and X. Subscribe to our email list at www.theandrewparkershow.com Copyright © 2025 The Andrew Parker Show - All Rights Reserved.