Hiding to Survive: Jewish Children in Krakow, Poland

Activity Type: 
Lecture
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Presenter: 
Dr. Joanna Sliwa
Date: 
Wednesday, October 25, 2023 - 17:00 to 19:00
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Location: 
Cathedral of Learning: Room 501

How did Jewish children conceal their presence during the Holocaust and what effect did hiding have on child survivors? This talk will expand the story of Krakow Jews as told in the film "Schindler's List" by zooming in on Jewish children's experiences and what that conveys about the German occupation of Krakow, Poland.

UCIS Unit: 
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
European Studies Center
Other Pitt Sponsors: 
Department of Slavic Languages & Literatures
Department of Jewish Studies
Non-University Sponsors: 
The Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh
Carnegie Mellon Department of History: Jewish Studies
Is Event Already in University Calendar?: 
No