Dobrila Kukolj carried the scars of an evil time that must not be forgotten

The life of the long-time president of the Banja Luka Association of World War II Prisoners of Camps, Dobrila Kukolj, was a testament to suffering, but even more so to dignity, truth, and strength, said the Serb member of the BiH Presidency, Željka Cvijanović, today.

Dobrila Kukolj carried the scars of an evil time that must not be forgotten

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  • Dobrila Kukolj, former president of the Banja Luka Association of World War II Prisoners of Camps, is remembered for her dignity, truth, and strength.
  • Kukolj, a survivor of the Jasenovac concentration camp, dedicated her life to bearing witness and ensuring the truth about the genocide in the Independent State of Croatia was revealed.
  • Serb Presidency member Željka Cvijanović praised Kukolj's quiet, dignified persistence in preserving the truth from oblivion.
  • Kukolj's passing at the age of 94 is a significant loss for her family, friends, and Republika Srpska.
  • A memorial service was attended by officials including the President and Prime Minister of Republika Srpska, and the leader of SNSD.