Rescuers and Upstanders: Choosing Courage in the Face of Fear
Exhibit 6 of the Holocaust Garden of Hope, Rescuers & Upstanders, highlights the extraordinary courage of ordinary individuals who risked everything to save lives during the Holocaust. Visitors will discover the stories of people like Oskar and Emilie Schindler, who rescued 1,200 Jews by using their factory as a haven, and Princess Alice of Greece, who hid Jews in her palace despite the dangers. These stories remind us that the defining trait of rescuers was their willingness to act when others remained silent, driven by a sense of responsibility that transcended personal risk.
Acts of Defiance and Unity
This exhibit honors both individual heroes and entire communities, such as the village of Le Chambon-sur-Lignon in France, where all 5,000 residents participated in a “Conspiracy of Goodness” to shelter Jewish refugees. Stories of bravery are paired with accounts of creative resistance, like that of Marcel Marceau, whose pantomime skills helped Jewish children stay quiet while escaping to safety. By featuring these incredible acts, Exhibit 6 underscores the power of unity and individual choice in standing against tyranny.
Your Support Makes a Difference
The stories of rescuers and upstanders are more than historical accounts—they are living lessons of compassion, courage, and moral conviction. With your help, the Holocaust Garden of Hope can preserve and share these stories, inspiring new generations to take action against injustice. Your donation supports the creation and maintenance of exhibits that educate visitors and foster a world where ordinary people feel empowered to make extraordinary differences.
