Definition of Repatriation
to return to ones country after a period of being gone, usually as a result of war or seeking asylum. applies to people, artifacts, and money
Examples of Repatriation in a sentence
After WWII, prisoners in labor camps waited eagerly for repatriation to their home countries where they could be united with surviving family members.
Organizations like the United Nations spend millions of dollars on the repatriation of refugees so they are able to return to the home countries after war.
After war-torn countries are deemed safe, those who sought asylum are given transportation and funds by the government for repatriation to their home country.
During WWII, a number of priceless artifacts were stolen from devastated countries but thanks to repatriation, they were returned many years later to their country of origin.
After 30 years living in France, Patrickβs repatriation back to his birth country of Ireland was quite a shock to his family.
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