An Evening of Hope and Inspiration with Holocaust Survivor Esther Basch
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Chabad of Westport presents Esther Basch, renowned as “the Honey Girl of Auschwitz.”
Wednesday, Jan. 106:45 PM – VIP Reception7:30 PM – Program
Now 95, Esther Basch endured unimaginable hardships during her time at Auschwitz. Transported to the death camp on her 16th birthday in a cattle car, she later faced a Death March to the Salzwedel Concentration Camp, where she was liberated by American soldiers only three days later in April 1945.Despite the horrors she experienced, Esther’s unshakeable faith and universal love for humankind not only helped her survive but also motivated her to share her story globally. Her captivating talks have touched audiences nationwide, leading to the production of The Honey Girl documentary.