Spoon engraved with Hebrew name unearthed from Nazi killing center, photos show

The spoon had been buried underground for nearly eight decades, leaving it dirty and discolored. But, the inscription on its handle was still legible. It simply said “Joseph” in Hebrew. The utensil is one of many World War II artifacts recently unearthed at Nazi sites across Europe. The objects — which include bottles, scissors and other household items — were presented to the media in Germany, according to a July 10 news release from the Bavarian State Office for Monument Preservation. The engraved spoon was among several artifacts found on...