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The Man Who Escaped Auschwitz to Warn the World, with Jonathan Freedland

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Courage and Controversy: The Holocaust Response

This chapter examines a crucial moment during World War II when urgent reports of Jewish deportations from Hungary reached influential leaders, prompting action that saved thousands of lives. It highlights the complexities of heroism and moral dilemmas faced by individuals like Rudolf Kastner, while also reflecting on the broader theme of historical inaction in the face of atrocities.

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