Explore the experiences of Jewish refugees who fled Nazi persecution and rebuilt their lives in Great Britain before, during, and after the Second World War. Through themes including pre-war oppression, escape and arrival, wartime Britain, identity, culture, and memory, it traces the journeys of individuals and families forced from their homes by the rise of Nazism and the Holocaust.
The AJR is home to the UK’s largest community of Holocaust refugees and their descendants, welcoming anyone with a connection to – or interest in – this history, from researchers to those committed to remembrance and education.
By supporting the AJR, you help preserve the legacy of Holocaust refugees and survivors and ensure future generations learn from their stories. Through funding Holocaust education, combating antisemitism, and supporting groundbreaking research, AJR plays a vital role in keeping this history alive.
