Chiune Sugihara
Japanese diplomat and humanitarian
Born
January 1st, 1900
125 years ago
Died
July 31st, 1986
39 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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