Irene Gut Opdyke

Irene Gut Opdyke


Irene Opdyke (née Irena Gut, 5 May 1922, Kozienice, Poland – 17 May 2003) was a Polish nurse who gained recognition for aiding Jews persecuted by the Nazis during World War II and for saving twelve Jews.

Read more about Irene Gut Opdyke:  Humanitarian Efforts, Blessing, Book, Play

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