Hana Greenfield
Hana Greenfield was born in 1926 in Kolín, Czechoslovakia, and was a Holocaust survivor from the Theresienstadt and Auschwitz concentration camps. After the war, she emigrated to Israel, where she lived for the rest of her life. Greenfield was deeply involved in Holocaust education and commemoration. She wrote extensively about her experiences, aiming to educate future generations about the horrors of the Holocaust and the importance of remembering its victims.
Throughout her life, Hana Greenfield participated in numerous talks and educational programs, sharing her story with students, teachers, and the public. She believed in the power of personal testimony to combat hatred and intolerance. Her writings, including 'Fragments of Memory: From Kolin to Jerusalem', serve as poignant reminders of the human cost of hatred and the resilience of the human spirit.
Hana Greenfield's contributions to Holocaust education have been recognized internationally. She received several awards for her work, including commendations for her efforts in promoting peace and understanding. Her legacy continues to inspire those who work towards a more tolerant and compassionate world, ensuring that the lessons of the past are not forgotten.