The impact of Schindler's actions reverberates through history from "summary" of Schindler's List by Thomas Keneally
One man's decisions, no matter how small they may seem in the grand scheme of things, can have a profound impact on the course of history. Such is the case with Oskar Schindler, a German businessman who defied the Nazis during World War II by saving the lives of over a thousand Jews. Schindler's actions, driven by a combination of self-interest and moral awakening, not only spared the lives of those he directly saved but also sent ripples through time that continue to be felt to this day. The lives he saved went on to raise families, build communities, and contribute to society in ways that would not have been possible if not for his intervention. Moreover, Schindler's story serves as a reminder of the power of individual agency in the face of overwhelming ev...
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