What happened to Copenhagen Denmark after the Holocaust?

Copenhagen, Denmark, was relatively unscathed during and immediately after the Holocaust compared to other European cities due to several reasons:

1. Small Jewish Population: Denmark had a relatively small Jewish population, estimated to be around 7,500 before World War II. This meant that the persecution and deportation of Danish Jews were on a smaller scale compared to other countries with larger Jewish populations.

2. Active Resistance: There was strong public opposition to the Nazi occupation of Denmark, and the Danish people were widely engaged in acts of resistance against the Nazis. This resistance effort included the rescue and protection of Jews.

3. Effective Rescue Efforts: The Danish resistance movement, along with the Danish government and ordinary citizens, worked together to organize rescue operations to help Jewish people escape to safety in Sweden. Around 95% of Danish Jews managed to escape to neutral Sweden, thanks to these coordinated efforts.

4. Collaboration and Neutrality: Denmark pursued a policy of neutrality during World War II and collaborated with Nazi Germany to a certain extent in order to maintain the country's sovereignty. This collaboration also enabled some level of protection for the Danish population, including Jews, as Denmark aimed to avoid direct conflict with Nazi authorities.

5. International Support: The international community, particularly Sweden and the United States, provided significant assistance and pressure to help Danish Jews escape to safety.

It's important to note that while Copenhagen was relatively spared from the horrors of the Holocaust, the Jewish community in Denmark did experience fear and persecution during the Nazi occupation. However, due to the unique circumstances and efforts of the Danish people, Copenhagen and Denmark stand as an exceptional case in the context of the Holocaust.