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Ordinary British stockbroker Nicholas Winton organized the rescue of 669 children from Prague just before the outbreak of World War II. As a result of his heroic efforts, today there are over 6,000 descendants of 'Winton's Children" all over the world. Winton, now 104 years old, did not speak about these events with anyone for more than half a century. His exploits would have probably been forgotten if his wife, fifty years later, hadn't found a suitcase in the attic, full of documents and transport plans. The children that he saved, their descendants and countless others around the world continue to follow his example to do good, as chronicled in the award-winning film Nicky's Family.

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Pick of the Day! Gr 7 Up When a hidden scrapbook of children s photos, descriptions, and letters surfaced, a riveting account of rescue and courage emerged: the record of Sir Nicholas Winton s efforts in Czechoslovakia during WWII. An Englishman of wealth and privilege, he responded in 1938 to a friend s warning that children were in danger under the Nazis. Nicky uncharacteristically threw himself into the task of securing exit visas and adoptive homes for more than 600 Jewish Czech children. Deportations and murder threatened, so parents sought refuge for their children. He devised a meticulous system, allowing British families to select adoptees by photo and description. Counterfeit travel documents were printed, kindertransports arranged. Dozens of adult survivors describe their origins, suffering, and eventual salvation, illustrated by Nazi-era photos and film footage, matched with dramatic recreations. An emotional conclusion celebrates that more than 5,700 people today credit Sir Nicholas, now a vigorous 100 year old, with saving their families. This Holocaust history stands out above others for its breadth and precision. A top choice for Holocaust studies and profoundly memorable. Robin Levin, US Holocaust Memorial Museum --School Library Journal, ISBN13: B00FGTU3RA ISBN10: B00FGTU3RA Material Type: dvd