Pere Mandicó

historical figure

Pere Mandicó, known as 'el Frare', was an Andorran who endured the horrors of Nazi concentration camps including Buchenwald and Mauthausen during World War II. After surviving this traumatic experience, he returned to Andorra, where he faced a profound loss of faith. His life reflects the struggles of many Andorrans during the war, highlighting themes of resilience and the search for meaning after unimaginable suffering. His story has recently gained attention as part of the initiative to honor Andorrans who were deported during the Nazi regime, contributing to the collective memory of this dark period in history.