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Holocaust Survivor Margot Friedländer Dies at 103

5/10/2025

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Margot Friedländer, a courageous Holocaust survivor and passionate activist, passed away at the age of 103. Born in Berlin, she endured the horrors of the Theresienstadt camp before finding refuge in the U.S. After returning to Germany in 2010, she dedicated her life to combating antisemitism, inspiring countless students with her powerful story. Her legacy of reconciliation and remembrance will be cherished.

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Margot Friedländer, a courageous Holocaust survivor and passionate activist, passed away at the age of 103. Born in Berlin, she endured the horrors of the Theresienstadt camp before finding refuge in the U.S. After returning to Germany in 2010, she dedicated her life to combating antisemitism, inspiring countless students with her powerful story. Her legacy of reconciliation and remembrance will be cherished.