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Guided tour of the exhibition Images of the 'Green Ticket' Roundup
Uncover a haunting piece of history through a set of rare photographs that were suppressed and forgotten for over eighty years. Walking through this exhibit feels like stepping into a cold case investigation that finally sheds light on a pivotal, tragic moment of the occupation.
Mémorial de la Shoah (Paris 4th)
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On December 10, 2026, the Mémorial de la Shoah hosts a guided tour of the exhibition Images of the Green Ticket Roundup. This event offers an in-depth look at 98 newly discovered photographs documenting the first mass arrest of Jews in France on May 14, 1941. Designed for an audience aged 18 and over, the tour explores the investigative process behind identifying the photographer and recovering these historically significant archives from 80 years of censorship. Admission is free with conditions, and the venue is fully wheelchair accessible to ensure an inclusive experience for all visitors.
An exceptional discovery for History
Shoah Memorial, September 2020. Two collectors arrive at the photo library department with five contact sheets mounted on large cardboard sheets. Among these photographs, only seven are already known to specialists of the subject and have been published. They are marked with a cross on the original sheets. The others are unpublished. This is the complete photo report. An exceptional set of 98 images comes back to light, 80 years after the events. This report documents the first mass arrest of Jews in France, the roundup of May 14, 1941, known as the "green ticket" roundup, ordered by the Occupier and organized by the French authorities.
Today, an exhibition and a book invite the public to participate in the investigation that allowed identifying the photographer, Harry Croner, and understanding his "gaze" on these tragic events, a gaze upon which German censorship fell, condemning these historical photographs to oblivion for over 80 years.
Our take on this event
The May 1941 mass arrest, known as the green ticket roundup, was orchestrated by the occupying forces and French authorities. For decades, the photographic record of this event remained largely hidden. In 2020, 98 contact sheets were brought to the Mémorial de la Shoah, revealing a complete reportage by photographer Harry Croner, most of which had never been published. This guided tour invites attendees to participate in the investigative journey that finally brought these images to light.
The session takes place from 19:30 to 21:00 and provides a comprehensive overview of how these historical documents were preserved and later rediscovered. Participants will examine the photographer's perspective and the impact of German censorship on these archives. Please note that booking is required to attend this event. The tour is intended for adults aged 18 and up, and the Mémorial de la Shoah is completely accessible to visitors in wheelchairs.
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