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Heroes of the Underground: Rescuing Jews During WWII

Discover the brave work of underground rescue organizations in WWII, saving thousands of Jews by providing shelter, false identity papers, and adapting to new identities. Learn about the risks faced by these heroes.

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Heroes of the Underground: Rescuing Jews During WWII

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  1. Underground Rescue Organizations By: Kelsi Allen & Jolene Theobald

  2. Shelter • Shelter for the Jews was provided in convents and monasteries as well as in homes of Christian families.

  3. Changes • False identity papers had to be made. They had to adapt to the families religion that they were living with.

  4. People Saved • About 4,000 to 6,000 Jews were saved by the underground rescue organizations.

  5. Rescuers • These individuals suffered severe consequences if they were caught.

  6. Zegota • A major underground rescue organizations in Poland.

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