The Trans-Siberian Railway
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The Trans-Siberian Railway
Thousands of Jews got tickets for the Trans-Siberian Railway between June 1940 and July 1941. The Soviets allow safe passage, but do not allow currency or goods to leave the country. So Jewish refugees arrive destitute when they sail on to Japan. Many are taken in by Jewish Japanese communities. Although Japan is an ally of Germany, it offers sanctuary to Nazi victims. A smaller number will get visas for America and sail across the Pacific to a new life there.
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