Chiune Sugihara

Japanese diplomat and humanitarian

Chiune Sugihara - Japanese diplomat and humanitarian
Born

January 1st, 1900
125 years ago

Died

July 31st, 1986
38 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Japan

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A Japanese diplomat served as vice-consul in Lithuania during World War II. Issued visas to thousands of Jewish refugees seeking escape from Nazi persecution. His actions allowed many to flee to safety in Japan and other countries. After the war, returned to Japan and later worked in the manufacturing industry.

Issued approximately 6,000 visas.

Saved thousands of Jewish lives.

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