# Surviving the Holocaust in Plain Sight: A 98-Year-Old's Incredible Journey with Ginette Hersh

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Published: 2026-04-14T10:00:00+00:00
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Imagine living in constant fear for four years, hiding in plain sight and relying on incredible strokes of luck to survive one of history's darkest times. In this powerful episode, 98-year-old Holocaust survivor Ginette Hersh shares her astonishing story of dodging the Gestapo in France, keeping her Jewish identity a secret, and the unimaginable twists of fate that kept her family alive. Her resilience, sharp wit, and enduring belief in giving back will fundamentally change how you view everyday hardships.

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