Hannah Szenes
Hungarian-Israeli soldier and poet
Born
1921
104 years ago
Died
November 7th, 1944
80 years ago — 23 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Hungary
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Born in Hungary, a poet and paratrooper joined the British Army during World War II. Participated in a mission to rescue Jews in Europe. Captured by the Nazis in Slovenia and tortured for information about her comrades. Executed in 1944. Authored several poems, with the most renowned piece being 'Blessed is the Match', reflecting her bravery and hope amidst adversity.
Wrote the poem 'Blessed is the Match'
Served as a paratrooper in the British Army
Executed by the Nazis in 1944
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