Simcha Rotem
last survivor of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising
Born
1924
101 years ago
Died
December 22nd, 2018
6 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Poland
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Participated in the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising during World War II. Fought against Nazi occupation and survived the brutal conflict. After the war, dedicated life to commemorating the events of the Holocaust and educating future generations about the atrocities. Engaged in various activities to preserve the memory of those who perished and the struggles of the Jewish people during this period.
Survived the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising
Preserved the memory of Holocaust victims
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