Hana Brady
Jewish-Czech Holocaust victim, child deportee
Born
Died
1944
81 years ago — 13 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Czech Republic
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Born in Czechoslovakia, integrated into a close-knit Jewish family. Life was disrupted with the Nazi occupation during World War II. Deported to Theresienstadt concentration camp alongside other Jewish families. Ultimately transported to Auschwitz, where perished at a young age. The story and belongings, particularly a suitcase, became symbolic of the Holocaust experience and were used in educational contexts to raise awareness about the atrocities faced.
Life story used for Holocaust education
Belongings became symbols of victimization
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