Mimi Reinhardt

Austrian Jewish secretary for Schindler

Mimi Reinhardt - Activists & Humanitarians born 1915
Born

1915
111 years ago

Died
Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Austria

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Worked as a secretary for Oskar Schindler during World War II. Assisted in the operation of the enamelware factory that provided a safe haven for many Jews. After the war, migrated to the United States and lived a quiet life. Reinhardt shared her story in interviews and documentaries, contributing to the history of the Holocaust and Schindler's actions.

Served as secretary to Oskar Schindler

Assisted in the rescue of over a thousand Jews

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