An auction displaying memorabilia from the Nazi era had been canceled following the objections of an association combating anti-Semitism, the local authorities announced. According to AFP, the auction was scheduled on January 9, in Soissons, northern France.
The local authorities said: "We were notified that an auction of Nazi memorabilia is set to be held in Soissons, on Saturday. The news was mentioned in the local media as well."
"After evaluating the situation, we made some calls upon the request of the chief, who advised to cancel the event, and the organizers agreed to cancel it," they added.
In a statement on its official website, the French National Bureau of Vigilance against Anti-Semitism accused "irresponsible organizers" of "adding value to the Nazi era" by holding this auction.
The bureau has also reminded of the ban on "wearing badges or icons similar to those worn by organized members charged of committing crimes against humanity."
