Irene Gut Opdyke
Polish nurse and humanitarian
Born
Died
2003
23 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Poland
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A Polish nurse and humanitarian, played a crucial role during World War II by sheltering Jewish refugees in Poland. Worked in a hospital and took significant risks to save lives under the Nazi regime. After the war, relocated to the United States, where she continued her advocacy for human rights and shared her experiences. Her memoirs provide a firsthand account of the atrocities of war and the importance of compassion and courage in the face of tyranny.
Sheltered Jewish refugees during WWII
Authored memoirs about wartime experiences
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