FAQ About Simone Veil
How did Simone Veil survive the Holocaust?
During World War II, Simone Veil, then a teenager, was arrested by the Nazis and deported to Auschwitz-Birkenau, one of the deadliest concentration camps. She survived the Holocaust through a combination of resilience, close family ties, and, as she described, a series of fortunate circumstances, including staying with her mother and sister.
