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Fernando Lucchesi - Aracy Amaral
Aracy Amaral: A Biography
Introduction
Aracy Amaral was a Brazilian diplomat who saved the lives of thousands of Jews during the Holocaust. She was born in 1902 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and began her diplomatic career in 1936. In 1938, she was posted to Hamburg, Germany, where she witnessed the rise of the Nazi Party and the persecution of Jews.
Saving Lives
Amaral began issuing visas to Jews, allowing them to escape from Germany. She also helped Jews to find hiding places and to obtain food and other supplies. She worked tirelessly to save as many lives as she could, even at great personal risk.
Recognition
Amaral's efforts were recognized by the Israeli government, which awarded her the title of "Righteous Among the Nations" in 1985. She was also honored by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., which named her a "Hero of the Holocaust" in 1997.
Legacy
Amaral's story is a reminder of the power of one person to make a difference. She showed great courage and compassion in helping to save the lives of thousands of Jews during the Holocaust. Her legacy is one of hope and inspiration for all of us.
Why You Should Read This Book
Fernando Lucchesi's biography of Aracy Amaral is a fascinating and inspiring account of one woman's courage and compassion. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.
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