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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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Author:Suzanne Tarica

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  • After the War

    I remember one event that changed my childhood: In 1945, France was liberated and its citizens who were in refugee camps in Switzerland were offered train tickets to return home.

    Topic: Life After the Holocaust, Jewish Scouts
    Volume: Volume 16

  • Being Refugees

    Telling my story, verbally or in writing, is part of my attempt to describe the impact the Holocaust had on my parents and on me.

    Topic: Aftermath of the Holocaust, Hidden Children, Rescuers, Refugees
    Volume: Volume 16

  • Remembrance and Memories

    Yom Hashoah was very present in our lives these last few days. I commemorated the deaths of my aunts, uncles, and cousins who were killed.

    Topic: Family, Life After the Holocaust
    Volume: Volume 16

  • Telling My Story

    When asked to talk about how I survived World War II, I am fortunate that in my family we talked freely about the war and what happened to us.

    Topic: Documenting the Holocaust, Life After the Holocaust, Museum Volunteer, Refugees
    Volume: Volume 16