Descendants of man who saved thousands of Jews in WWII meet growing families he saved
CHICAGO -- It's a story generations in the making. It began back in World War II when a Japanese diplomat risked everything to save the lives of thousands of Jews. Fast forward to 2024, when here in Chicago , his relatives met s who are alive today because of his courage. Oriha Sugihara and Richard Salomon live a world apart, but their histories will forever bind them together.
What he did in the end cost him his job and his livelihood. 'He had already made peace with himself that this was not going to be the greatest thing for his career,' Madoka said. 'At one point, he was penniless on the streets of Tokyo,' said Rick. 'There was no doubt the decision he had made was worth every hardship he endured,' the book reads. Only late in his life did Chiune learn how many people he had saved. 'I have a daughter,' said Rick.
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