The family’s existence was discovered by chance in an old photo album.
righteous among the nations
Poland marks day of remembrance for Poles who saved Jews from Holocaust
National and local politicians, as well as foreign diplomats, paid tribute.
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Roman Polański honours Polish family who saved him from the Holocaust
“She provided me with shelter, putting her own life and that of her family in danger,” said the director.
Eighteen Poles honoured by Israel for risking lives to save Jews from Holocaust
Ten more Poles have been named by Israel as Righteous Among the Nations.
Poland’s oldest living Holocaust rescuer gets surprise 100th birthday party
Józef Walaszczyk, who protected over 50 Jews during the German-Nazi occupation, has been honoured as he turns 100.
