Story Of Regina Spiegel As A Holocaust Survivor

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Source Site: https://www.ushmm.org/information/visit-the-museum/programs-activities/first-person-program/first-person-podcast/regina-spiegel-separation-at-auschwitz. The Holocaust took a toll on the lives of many holocaust survivors. Many were separated from their families and friends. They were forced out of their homes and into ghettos and were striped of their belongings and prized possessions. The average human does not know how the Holocaust affected life after the war for those in camps. It is the job of those who experienced the Holocaust first hand to share their experiences. Also they should be given the opportunity to relieve themselves of the pain and anguish they experienced. This is the story of Regina Spiegel a Holocaust survivor. Regina Spiegel

Regina was about thirteen when the war started. She lived in Radom, Poland with her father, Kadysh, her mother, Brandla, and her five siblings. She spent her days doing regular teenage things. She went to school, hung out with friends, and most importantly spent time with her family and practiced her religion. It is amazing how fast a life can change in response to one event.

Because of the war, the normal life for Jews was flipped upside down. September 1, 1939, marked the day where the Gutman family experienced a life altering experience when the Germans invaded Poland. They had …show more content…

The most inspiring part is her recovery after the war. She got married and had children and did not let her past define her. This lesson of not letting the past define the person you want to become is hard but important. Regina is just one of the many amazing and beautiful people who have devoted their life to sharing their story and the story of others. When Regina was asked how she could work at the Holocaust museum, her response is simply how can she not. Regina Spiegel, a mother, a sister, a wife, a Jew, a survivor, a human

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