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Survivor Reflections and Testimonies

Echoes of Memory

Read reflections and testimonies written by Holocaust survivors in their own words.

These essays and testimonials come from our guided writing workshops for Holocaust Survivors. Learn more about our Writing Workshop for Holocaust Survivors.

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  • The Importance of Talking

    For many years when we talked about family history, we had a few stories we always told.

    Topic: Refugee Ships, Children's Aid Society, Documenting the Holocaust
    Volume: Volume 16

  • A Moment of Great Joy

    After two weeks of sailing on the Atlantic Ocean, the Serpa Pinto sailed deliberately towards the shore of our new destination, the United States of America.

    Topic: Refugee Ships, Immigration, Life After the Holocaust
    Volume: Volume 16

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Survivor Reflections and Testimonies
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