Justus Rosenberg was the youngest member of the team led by Varian Fry that rescued some of Europes most famous artists, writers, and intellectuals who had taken refuge in France prior to the Nazi invasion of 1940. Fry was sent on his mission by the New York-based Emergency Rescue Committee, which would combine in 1942 with the International Relief Association to form the International Rescue Committee. About IRC Voices: For over 75 years, the IRC has been responding to the worlds worst crises. Meet some of our extended family: dedicated IRC staff members who tackle enormous challenges to change lives; courageous refugees weve led through their journeys from harm to home; and committed leaders, thinkers and supporters who help us protect human freedom and dignity.
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