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Below are stories and comments submitted by visitors to this website.

Madi Lyn Loverentao:

'This website is interesting because I found out stories of other people's troubles and journeys. I am 12 years old and have lived in London all my life. My mom is from Scottland and my Dad is from Wales. Although my ancestors are from France. They came to Scottland at a difficult time; during the war. They had a troublesome journey and this website helps me to better understand their stories as well. Thanks!'

Jaim Klein:

'I am an Israeli and think Britain's attitude towards Jewish refugees was disgraceful, and, at the same time, the best of all countries. Britain saved only 10,000 children, when millions could be and needed to be saved. On the other hand, other countries did nothing. I have, therefore, a somewhat bittersweet admiration toward Britain. A great country. Keep up the good work.'

Sue Shaw:

'My mother was a Jewish refugee from Germany when she was six years old. She arrived in England with her mother and father and nothing else but a five pound note. They had been sponsored by a kind businessman, and if he had not helped them they would no doubt have perished, like so many of their friends and extended family. Thank you so much for displaying refugees in such a positive and humane way. If my mother had been six today and seeking refuge in England, she might well never have made it. And then, I would not have existed.'

Keith Emerick:

'My early forebears were German immigrants to London - the Palatine Germans. They were encouraged to come to England by the Duke of Marlborough at the beginning of the 18th century and the things that were said about the Palatines were later said about every other type of immigrant community; they stole, were untrustworthy, took jobs, crime followed them etc. As someone who is interested in identity and heritage I find the "immigran" part of my heritage a source of real interest, reflection and a leveller. Ben Okri said that "nations are the stories they feed themselves", and the story of immigration is one of our greatest.'

A visitor:

'I visited the exhibition yesterday and what a worthwhile visit it was. We are exposed to a great deal of negativity about refugees by the press and media and the exhibition really shed light on the actual situation - the dire situations that people may be seeking refuge from and the amazing contribution that refugees can make to London and Britain in general. An important exhibition which everyone should visit if they get the chance.'

Lucy:

'I have visited the exhibition and found it truly moving, informative and it added a human voice to the work I do within the Refugee Council.'

Ruby:

'I find this topic very interesting.  It leaves you thinking about what happens next.  I feel as though refugees are discriminated and are frowned upon in society but many of them are the same as you and I but forced to flee their country.'