The resilience of Holocaust survivors and their descendants is a profound testament to the human spirit’s capacity to endure, adapt, and ultimately thrive in the face of unimaginable adversity. Growing up, I was deeply aware of the Holocaust/Shoah due to my parents’ firsthand experiences in Nazi-era Hungary. Tragically, three of my grandparents, along with numerous relatives, were among the victims at Auschwitz. This knowledge weighed heavily on me from a tender age, sparking endless questions: Why did it happen? Who was responsible? How could such atrocities occur?

Collective Consciousness

My family, friends, and other survivors formed a tight-knit community in Montreal. Conversations about the Holocaust were commonplace during our gatherings, leaving me unable to escape its haunting presence. These discussions only fueled my curiosity and inner turmoil.

In the Montreal community, the Holocaust is not just a historical event but a living memory that shapes conversations, relationships, and the collective identity of survivors and their descendants. It’s a complex balance of remembrance, resilience, and the ongoing struggle to come to terms with the past while building a better future.

Throughout my life, I have been on a quest to gain a deeper understanding of the world around me. I have dedicated much of my time to documenting this pursuit, which has taken me on a journey of exploration across Hungary, Israel and beyond. My primary goal is to uncover my family’s history. My family’s narrative echoes that of many Holocaust survivors, sharing common threads of experience. These enduring legacies span generations, influencing and shaping our collective consciousness.

Untold Stories

Uncovering untold stories is essential to bring attention to narratives often overlooked by history’s more well-known and dominant accounts. It voices the silent echoes of the past and pays tribute to the countless individuals who have walked the paths before us. It also allows us to explore identity, resilience, and the enduring human spirit.

If you have a story to share and want to contribute to this project, please get in touch with me at askabigail@me.com.