The Times of Israel Daily Briefing Day 575 - Behind the scenes at ToI's Those We Have Lost project
May 3, 2025
Amy Spiro, News Editor at The Times of Israel and coordinator of the Those We Have Lost project, shares insights into the initiative honoring victims of the October 7th attack. She discusses the emotional challenges of memorializing over a thousand individuals, highlighting the importance of storytelling amid collective grief. Spiro also reveals the meticulous efforts to gather accurate information while ensuring that no one is forgotten. Through this project, she aims to keep the memories of the fallen alive and celebrate their unique legacies.
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Commemorating 1,194 Lives Lost
- The Those We Have Lost project has memorialized over 1,190 people killed in the October 7 attack.
- It combines multiple sources to tell personal stories amidst a massive scale of loss.
Challenges in Name Spellings
- Accurate English spelling of Israeli names is challenging due to inconsistent transliteration.
- Social media helps verify spellings but family members may use different versions.
Emotional Toll on Writer
- Amy Spiro found writing eulogies emotionally taxing over 18 months.
- She balanced intense grief immersion with needed pauses to keep honoring the fallen.