Miles Lerman

Holocaust survivor and activist

Miles Lerman - Activists & Humanitarians born 1920
Born

1920
106 years ago

Died
Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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A Holocaust survivor who actively participated in raising awareness about the Holocaust and advocating for Jewish rights. Helped to establish the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and played a role in preserving Holocaust education. Lerman's experiences during the Holocaust propelled a lifelong commitment to human rights activism.

Co-founded the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

Advocated for Holocaust education and awareness

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