The loss of family. The horrors of captivity. The generosity of strangers. For some Holocaust survivors, writing has proven to be a powerful outlet for their memories, thoughts, and feelings over time. We are ever grateful that they are willing to share their deeply personal stories and the crucial lessons of this history with the world.

 

The loss of family. The horrors of captivity. The generosity of strangers. For some Holocaust survivors, writing has proven to be a powerful outlet for their memories, thoughts, and feelings over time. We are ever grateful that they are willing to share their deeply personal stories and the crucial lessons of this history with the world. A Letter to Olivia by Alfred Münzer Read his letter >> My Mothers by Esther Rosenfeld Starobin Read her reflections >> Leaving Home: June 14, 1943 by Agi Geva Read her essay >> The Death Certificate That Saved Our Lives by Peter Gorog Read his story >> Sofie’s Memorial by Peter Stein Read his writing >> Freedom in Holysov by Ruth Cohen Watch the video >> STAY CONNECTED LIVE One Word from a Holocaust Survivor That Changed the World: Genocide A program about Raphael Lemkin. Watch now >> Photos: Holocaust survivors Alfred Münzer, Esther Rosenfeld Starobin, Agi Geva, Peter Gorog, Peter Stein, and Ruth Cohen. USHMM. Raphael Lemkin. Arthur Leipzig Estate, courtesy of Howard Greenberg Gallery Donate to Keep Holocaust Memory Alive DONATE Keep Holocaust memory alive to inspire citizens and leaders to confront hatred, prevent genocide, and promote human dignity in a constantly changing world. Visit ushmm.org/campaign to learn more. Visit the Museum Shop to Find Books and Other Items Stay Connected UNITED STATES HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL MUSEUM 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, SW Washington, DC 20024-2126 Main telephone: 202.488.0400 TTY: 202.488.0406 VIEW IN BROWSER