Potsdam Exhibition Opens, Illuminating Eichmann Capture and Holocaust History
Günther Jauch's role as patron and his personal connection with Holocaust survivor Eva Erben bring a poignant dimension to the exhibition's debut.
- The exhibition 'How to catch a Nazi. Operation Finale' opens on March 27, 2025, at the Filmmuseum Potsdam and runs until February 1, 2026.
- It highlights the Mossad's 1960 operation to capture Adolf Eichmann, a key architect of the Holocaust, and his subsequent trial and execution in Israel.
- Günther Jauch, the exhibition's patron, has shared his 20-year personal connection with Holocaust survivor Eva Erben, adding a deeply personal layer to the event.
- The exhibition features surveillance footage, forged documents, and multimedia elements to engage visitors, particularly younger audiences, through true-crime storytelling.
- A supporting program and media station have been added to enhance visitor engagement and provide further historical and educational context.