Raoul Wallenberg

Diplomat who saved Hungarian Jews

Raoul Wallenberg - Diplomat who saved Hungarian Jews
Born

August 4th, 1912
113 years ago

Died

1947
78 years ago — 35 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Sweden

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An architect and diplomat, focused on humanitarian efforts during World War II. Assigned as a Swedish envoy to Budapest, facilitated the issuance of protective passports to Jews facing deportation. Established safe houses designated as Swedish territory, which provided shelter to thousands. Promoted international awareness of the plight of Jews, aiming to mitigate their suffering during the Holocaust. Detained by Soviet forces in 1945, details of his fate remain unresolved.

Issued protective passports for Jews

Established safe houses in Budapest

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