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Sandwich Man's Date Mikio tells story of priest killed at Auschwitz
Original: 伊達みきお
Japanese comedian Date Mikio of Sandwich Man featured in TV Asahi's 'Hakase-chan' special, telling the story of Father Maximilian Kolbe, who took the place of a man begging for his life because he had a wife and children, and was killed at Auschwitz. The programme explored the priest's connection to Japan and drew attention to his sacrifice.
Why now: The television special retelling Maximilian Kolbe's sacrifice and his links to Japan aired recently, prompting renewed interest.
Date MikioSandwich ManMaximilian KolbeTV AsahiAuschwitz
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