Vance tours Dachau concentration camp ahead of Munich Security Conference: ‘What unspeakable evil’

Vice President JD Vance toured the Dachau concentration camp in Germany on Thursday ahead of the Munich Security Conference and a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy set for Friday.

Vance and his wife, second lady Usha Vance, toured the site that has become a powerful symbol of the atrocities committed by Nazi Germany against Jews and other minority groups during World War II.

“What happened here should never happen again,” Vance said to a group of dignitaries near the entrance to the camp.

Vance at Dachau

Vice President JD Vance visits the Dachau concentration camp on Feb. 13, 2025, after his arrival in Bavaria to commemorate the victims and survivors of the Nazi terror regime and the 80th anniversary of the camp’s liberation by American forces on April 29, 1945.  (Peter Kneffel/picture alliance via Getty Images)

More than 200,000 people were held at Dachau between 1933-1945 and experts believe that more than 40,000 people were killed there. 

Vance is the latest top American official to visit the site. It was toured by President Joe Biden, both as vice president during the Obama administration and as commander in chief, as well as by Vice President Mike Pence during the first Trump administration. 

“I really am really moved by this site,” Vance said. “It’s very important that it’s here, and it’s very important that those of us who are lucky enough to be alive and can walk around, can know what happened here and commit ourselves to do everything to prevent it from happening again.”

Vance and his wife Usha tour Dachau concentration camp

Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance lay a wreath at the former Dachau concentration camp, Feb. 13, 2025. (Peter Kneffel/picture alliance via Getty Images)

Vance’s five-day trip to Europe will also include his attendance of the Munich Security Conference, which begins Friday. 

There he will meet with world leaders, including Zelenskyy, alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Vance and the Ukrainian president are expected to discuss President Donald Trump’s plans to end the three-year-long war. 

You May Also Like
In Simple, Stark Terms, Trump Lays Out Why the SCOTUS Ruling on Universal Injunctions Was So Critical

Trump Explains Why SCOTUS’s Decision on Universal Injunctions Was Extremely Important in Basic Words

While President Donald Trump may not have a legal background, he has…
Canadian Prime Minister Carney says trade talks with US resume after Canada rescinded tech tax

Canada’s Prime Minister Carney announces that trade discussions with the US are back on track following Canada’s withdrawal of the tech tax.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said late Sunday trade talks with U.S.…
Ukraine moves toward withdrawing from treaty banning anti-personnel mines

Ukraine is progressing towards exiting a treaty that prohibits the use of anti-personnel mines.

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy…
2 teens shot near NYC’s Stonewall Inn after Pride March: police

Police report 2 teenagers shot near Stonewall Inn following NYC Pride March

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Two teens were shot…
US considers canceling British rap duo Bob Vylan's visa after they chanted 'death to the IDF' at Glastonbury

US Contemplates Revoking Visa of British Rap Duo Bob Vylan Over ‘Death to the IDF’ Chant at Glastonbury

The U.S. State Department is currently investigating the possibility of preventing the…
‘Twilight’ Is Leaving Netflix: Where To Watch The Beloved Fantasy Franchise Online

Where to Watch ‘Twilight’ After It Leaves Netflix: Online Platforms for the Beloved Fantasy Franchise

We have a ton of exciting new TV shows and movies to…
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce hold hands on romantic date as her bitter ex mocks her publicly

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Spotted Hand in Hand on Romantic Outing Amid Ex’s Public Taunts

On their way to dinner in Manhattan, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce…
Audio released of moment Idaho firefighters ambushed while responding to blaze: 'Emergency situation'

Idaho firefighters ambushed while responding to blaze: Audio captures ’emergency situation’

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Audio from the scene…
Are YOU cool? Scientists reveal the six attributes that mean you fit the description

“Unlocking Your Cool Factor: Six Key Attributes Identified by Scientists”

From San Francisco to Sydney, Chile to China, cultures vary greatly around…
Is ‘Tracker’ On Tonight? Here’s When ‘Tracker’ Returns To CBS With New Season 3 Episodes

Will “Tracker” be airing tonight? Find out when the new season 3 episodes of “Tracker” will be back on CBS.

It’s been far too long since Tracker fans tuned into CBS on a…
Legendary Hall of Fame horse trainer and face of the sport dead at 89 after being rushed to hospital

Renowned horse trainer and icon of the sport passes away at 89, following a sudden hospitalization

D. Wayne Lukas, a legendary figure who achieved great success as a…
Philadelphia explosion: 1 dead, 2 hurt in North Philadelphia fire and explosion that leveled or damaged multiple homes

Tragedy in North Philadelphia: 1 person killed, 2 injured in fiery explosion that destroyed multiple homes

PHILADELPHIA — Reports indicate that a large explosion in North Philadelphia has…