To Life: The Past Is Present, Holocaust Stories of Hampton Roads Survivors, Rescuers, and Liberators is a collection of stories and reflections from those who witnessed this brutal history. Published by the Holocaust Commission of the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater, the book is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of hope in the face of unimaginable adversity.
So much of what happened during the Nazi era and WWII still resonates today. It is important now more than ever to remember and explore one of the darkest chapters of the 20th century. With more than 90 personal stories, hundreds of photos, and numerous historical notes, To Life: The Past Is Present explores the entire arc of Holocaust history in an engaging format whether readers are new to the subject or are deeply knowledgable.
To Life is available for purchase at the Simon Family Jewish Community Center, at all area temple gift shops, Prince Books, the MacArthur Memorial gift shop, and on the Holocaust Commission’s website.
For more information about the Holocaust Commission of UJFT and their programs, visit holocaustcommission.org or contact Elka Mednick at EMednick@UJFT.org or 757-965-6100.
