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PHOTO PROMPT © Rochelle Wisoff-Fields
Genre: Historical Fiction
Word Count: 100
AWAKENED AND STIRRED
“You admit to helping to spread leaflets for those subversives calling themselves The White Rose?”
“What we wrote and said is also believed by many others. They just don’t dare express themselves as we did. And I would do it again.”
Swastika flag draped behind him, the judge stood and shook his fist. “For your crimes you’ve been sentenced this 22nd day of February 1943.”
“As you will be judged for yours.”
Schubert’s “Andantino” played in twenty-one-year-old Sophie Scholl’s mind. Birds sang and the whole of creation called joyfully to her as she trembled before the guillotine, head held high.
*Note: This Friday is February 22, 2019 …76 years to the day Sophie, her brother Hans and his friend Christof were executed for standing up to Nazi barbarism. May their memories be blessed.
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The following video I add “just because.” The fact is the Nazis often forced Jewish musicians to accompany the condemned to the gas chambers. It’s long and not directly related to the story. To me it seemed to fit. Listen or not.
Rochelle Wisoff-Fields-Addicted to Purple 
You got an amazing amount of backstory into 100 words. Well done, Rochelle. The white rose isn’t well known as a resistance movement. I only knew about it because a friend wrote a novel which involved this group
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Dear Neil,
I only recently learned of the White Rose myself. Thank you so much.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Powerful and touching piece.
The White Rose is new to me.
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Many thanks, CE.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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😢💖🌹 שמע ישראל יי אלהינו יי אחד
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אמן
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This information was also new to me, Rochelle. Thanks for this educational information. I’m sure there were many of these groups. Well written. —- Suzanne
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Dear Suzanne,
I recently learned of this one myself. Amazing how many heroes there really were that have gone unmentioned for decades. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Amazing story. And well told as always.
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Thank you, Danny. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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So much info packed into just 100 words. I love your historical fiction too, Of course, the memoirs are a godsend. You are so very good at these two entirely different but attractive genres of writing. Reading you is always an unadulterated pleasure, dear Rochelle.
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Dear Neel,
What wonderful things to say. You made me smile from ear to ear. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You had me on the verge of tears with that story, Rochelle. What brave young people!
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Dear Penny,
Thank you for such high praise. They were amazing young people.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I saw a movie about Sophie Scholl. They used Schubert’s The Trout Quintet throughout the film, so I’m guessing with “Andantino” you are talking the 4th movement of that piece. Your story was well told – giving a synopsis in so few words. The video was very powerful.
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Didn’t know there was a film and have just found it on you tube. Will look again later.
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Dear Trent,
I’ve only seen the trailer for the movie. Such an amazing story of heroism. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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It was a good movie, but different. It portrayed most of the “bad guys” as just ordinary people caught in the vast machinery, which is actually much scarier then if the “bad guys” were all born evil, as in most movies – it shows what a fragile line we walk.
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I read about the White Rose group in my son’s History text book. I had thought the brother and sister were hanged. Not sure why it makes it even worse to find they went to the guillotine.
So young, so brave and so inspiring. Movingly told Rochelle and so important that we remember.
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Dear Miranda,
The guillotine does seem barbaric, doesn’t it? But the Nazis were masters of barbarism. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Dear Susan Bee-Ann “Tony” W(T)F,
Thank God there are people who will stand up to injustice and speak their mind, regardless of the consequences. Now, I only hope you will follow their lead and speak out on behalf of all retirees who never get a single day off.
May God be with you on this mission,
Rockin’ Chair Rusty
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Dear Rockin’ Chair Rusty,
Your words of encouragement mean a lot. We retirees must band together in our quest for a day off. What day is this anyway?
Thank you re my story. 😉
Shalom,
Susan Bee-ann “Tony” W(T)F
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“Someone had to make a start…” A very moving piece of history beautifully told. Thanks for the link – as ever I came here and learned something new. And beautiful, and horrifying in equal measure. Well done.
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Dear Sandra,
I appreciate your kind words as always. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Great piece. Sophie Scholl is an amazing hero. We could use a lot more of her these days.
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Dear Josh,
She was a brave woman and an exquisite human being. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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A beautiful tribute, and a soul stirring melody to go with it. The world needs more people willing and able to stand strong for their faith no matter the cost. AMEN! SHALOM! ~Jelli
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Dear Jelli-Bear,
Amen to the world needing more people willing to stand for what they believe in. Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Learning, always learning. Never heard of the White Rose before, nor of Sophie Scholl. Brave woman. Evil times.
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Dear Linda,
I only recently learned of Sophie. Sad story…very brave woman. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You always give new historical information! You are very good at this! I’ve mentioned before, I wish I’d had the opportunity to learn history from someone who wrote like you.
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Dear Frances,
Not many of our teachers or textbooks made history very interesting, did they? I do enjoy finding this historical nuggets. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Another enlightening piece. I wonder how they would feel knowing that despite the defeat of the Nazis in the war, today we still need more like them to stand up to this hatred.
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Dear Iain,
Hatred still runs rampant, doesn’t it? 😦 Thank you re my story.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I just watched the video. Such an evocative piece. The music will be in my head all day, I think.
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Dear Linda,
I’ve always loved that song but knowing what the true meaning of it is ups the bar for me. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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This afternoon I found the movie about Sophie Scholl–Final Days. Excellent! I was ready to turn it off if they were going to torture her, but they didn’t. The conversations she had with her interrogator were brilliant. I think she had him doubting his own loyalty. And she faced her death with calm courage.
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We say ‘humanity’ like it’s a good thing. It’s amazing the depravity of which our species is capable. The more I learn about Nazis and knowing there are still people who think that way the less hope I have for all of us. The sheer barbarity hiding beneath the surface of you story reminds me of the heartbreaking, tear jerking opening of Elie Wiesel’s Night. I knew horrific things happened, but like the saying says, “The Devil’s in the details.”
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Dear Nobbin,
The crimes of the Nazis were unthinkable. I read “Night” and a few other disturbing books. The heartbreaking thing about it is that they weren’t unique, just more systematic than their predecessors. And the disease marches merrily on today. 😦 Thank you for your thoughtful comments.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thank you for your educational, thought-provoking story. It’s hard to read stories or books or watch movies about Nazis and accept that things like that actually happen.
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I’ve just looked up the White Rose. They were a group of Christian students who were against the Nazis.. It’s good to see, considering that revisionists always claim the Christians have something to apologize for, that they did the right thing.
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Dear Larry,
In my novel “Please Say Kaddish for Me” one of my Christian characters points out to the Jewish heroine, “I urge you not to confuse the word Christian with the word gentile. Those beasts who murdered your family were in no way Christians.” Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Gentiles could be good too. Since the Old Testament, Egypt as been a biblical symbol of slavery, but Greeks*Gentiles* were known for a much worse form of slavery. ‘ll have to pay more attention from now on.
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Hi Rochelle! Beautifully written. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. It must have been very courageous thing at that time. What a brave girl. Is it true’ Nazis often forced Jewish musicians to accompany the condemned to the gas chambers’ how cruel but they( Nazi) were so cruel.
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Dear Indira,
Alas it is true that the Nazis forced Jewish musicians to accompany the condemned. Very cruel indeed. Thank you for your kind comments re my story.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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My pleasure.
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I wasn’t aware the guilloutine was used in 1943! Poor girl – she made the ultimate sacrifice for her beliefs.
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Dear Liz,
I was a bit taken aback myself when I learned the guillotine was still used. She did make the ultimate sacrifice.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Dear Rochelle,
This was very moving. I too have never heard of this brave girl or the White Rose. I applaud her and all the brave souls who stood up for what was right at the cost of their lives. Thanks for sharing.
Shalom,
Adele
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Dear Adele,
How sad that anyone would be put in such a position. Thank you very much for your thoughtful comments.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You tell Sophie’s story unflinchingly. You bear witness to these acts of barbarism, so important. I think Leonard Cohen ‘s music fits perfectly.
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Dear Francine,
I’ve loved that particular song for sometime, it was only recently I learned Leonard Cohen’s true reason for writing it. It did beg to be included in this post. We should never forget. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Wonderful story! The White Rose were remarkable people and you tell their story beautifully.
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Thank you for reading and taking the time to comment, J.A. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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This time I actually knew the story and it came back to me immediately when I read your piece… the leaflets, the printing all of it came back… I think it was a documentary I watched once about the story.
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Dear Björn,
Everyone should know of this story and others like it. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I grew up in Munich, Germany. The story of the “Siblings Scholl” is one I know very well. How brave they have been in a time when bravery was needed. “Die Weisse Rose/The White Rose” is a great movie about her last days.
I found this blog by accident. Just started to find my way around here in the blogging world. I “stole” the roses to congratulate me to my blogging premier and I hope you don’t mind. From one purple love to another. ^^
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Dear Lady Coloresque,
The movie is on my bucket list of must-see films. What an inspiring young woman she was. Your finding us is a happy “accident.” Don’t think you stole the roses. They are a gift for all to use for Friday Fictioneers. 😉
Thank you for reading my story and leaving such a lovely comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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If I may add https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kuzC8sLYTs
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I have actually watched this one. It helped a lot in putting my little story together and told me a lot about the calibre of Sophie. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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A powerful tribute to a true hero. One who stood up against hatred no matter the cost, and it cost her everything. Thank you for telling her story! I’m glad you included the video. We need to be reminded and often.
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Dear Brenda,
There are so many unsung heroes we know nothing about. Many of them are only now coming to light. Thank you for your encouraging comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Great history lesson, Rochelle!
Shalom,
Ronda
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Thank you, my dear Ronda. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I counted 7 roses Rochelle, 4 red, one yellow, one pourple and one white.
If there are only six, i can modify my story accordingly.
https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2019/02/20/friday-fictioneers-22nd-february/
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Thanks for coming by, Di.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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The roses are beautiful Rochelle.
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This is very powerful,
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Thank you, Lisa. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Very well told, Rochelle. Thank you for putting words to the heroism of these young people, and to the barbarism of the Nazis, who put extra effort into making cruelty the worst it could be. In truth, their cruelty showcased their inferiority and weakness. People like Sophie make them stand out as the wimps.
I am always humbled by how well you present history and highlight important moments.
Well done!
Added my contribution to the linky-thinky-thingy. Here it is copied:
https://naamayehuda.com/2019/02/20/the-bouquet/
Na’ama
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Na’ama Y’karah,
Your thoughtful comment has caused my head to swell. Thank you so much.
Shalom,
Rochelle
PS I’m of the firm belief that we should never forget.
אנו זוכר’ם
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Is okay. A bit of swollen head only means a bigger hat … 😉
And … yes. We should never forget and actively remember, especially as so few are left who are still living from that time and as so many are intent on erasing history. Not on my watch!
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Amen, sister!
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Dear Rochelle,
The way you discover these little known (to some of us) heroes and bring them to life (even if you do share their death) in such a beautiful way is a gift. Thank you for sharing the beautifully brave people.
Shalom and Lotsa love,
Dale
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Dear Dale,
I fear humanity has really learned nothing from all of this. Thank you for your sweet, encouraging words. When I find them, I must write them.
Shalom and hugs,
Rochelle
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Sadly. So yes, you keep doing what you do.
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Thank you for this.
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Always, Dawn. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You painted a vivid picture of yet another buried piece of history. Thank you Rochelle
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Dear Dahlia,
As long as I’m breathing, I won’t hesitate to share these stories. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Stunning and moving. Thanks for introducing me to the White Rose. Shalom.
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Thank you for your encouraging words, Anurag.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Courageous twenty one year old Sophie Scholl faced death head held high. So many others like her gave up life facing tyranny and farcical judgement.
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She was a courageous woman, Abhijit. Thank you for stopping by.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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That’s a terrible blot on the pages of world history.
Glad that such barbarism and guillotine are a thing of the past…
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Dear Anita,
I’m not convinced that such barbarism is a thing of the past. It just crops up in different places. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I love the line “As you will be judged for yours.”
I’d not heard of The White Rose before – I’m much better educated now than before I joined FF 🙂
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Dear Ali,
Thank you for such a lovely comment/compliment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I had no idea the guillotine was used in Nazi Germany. So many unnecessary deaths from this regime, all in the name of the law. One of my most lasting movie memories is of Spencer Tracy in Judgment at Nuremburg, where Nazis were put on trial for crimes against humanity, though per the movie(according to wikipedia), none were still serving sentences by the time the movie was made in 1961.
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Dear Andrea,
It was a period of history that shocked the world. More shocking to me is the ones who knew and turned their heads. Unthinkable. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Such a tragedy. Regally retold..
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Beyond tragedy. 😦 Thank you, Violet.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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The true hero.
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Indeed. Thank you, Bernadette.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Powerful and inspirational piece, Rochelle. This heroine and others like her left an indelible mark in history and in the fight for social justice.
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Thank you for such a thoughtful comment, Deborah.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Chilling stuff Rochelle and once again I have learnt a very important piece of history which passed me by, Brilliant as ever.
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Dear Shrawley,
I fear we turn our heads and repeat history. Thank you for your kind comments.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Power hungry authorities always tell us they learn from history -they never do.
I have lived in Germany and know the depth of horror people now feel.
When will we learn.
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Dear James,
The definition of insanity is doing the same thing repeatedly, expecting different results. Why do I feel the world has gone insane? Thank you for reading and commenting.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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i chanced upon a book written about them in the public library many years ago. such noble souls.
as for the cohen’s song, it’s one of my favorites. there was a time i couldn’t get it out of my head that i had to write something about it in my blog. 🙂
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Dear Plaridel,
They were the epitome of noble. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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At first I was appalled to read that so many people in the world have never heard of the White Rose, of the Scholl sibings and their friends. They are as present here in Germany as is Claus Schenk von Stauffenberg. Maybe it’s because (at least for many in my generation) we desperately needed heroes who fought against the horror to bear the knowledge that we are the heirs of monsters. Or maybe it’s because we all, all over the world, live in our national bubbles and only learn our own history, barely that of others. I was remined of that years ago when I learned about Emmett Till of whom I had never heard before, and about the rampant racism that is still ongoing. We need many more stories to learn about victims, atrocities, and heroes from around the world.
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Sadly, I think most people, especially young people, learn about the past through their own family history (thier bubble), more than through a text book or a teacher’s instruction. I’m sure that stories, real, imagined, told or retold are more powerful than any school book. I agree that we need stories like Rochelle’s to remember what really happened and must never happen again.
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I’m German, and at least when I was young history and social science classes were mainly about WWII and the death camps. Never again was then the motto which seems to be forgotten in many places these days. For the longest time racism to me meant antisemitism. It needs a wider perspective to become aware of one’s own failings. I, a racist? No way. Or am I? And upon reflection I find myself biased and prejudiced like almost everyone,.
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Yes, I agree. It’s an ongoing struggle we all have with ourselves to be a ‘better’ person, so we keep finding the faults/prejudices we want to change, and so the personal struggle continues…
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Dear Gabi,
Your comments on these stories are precious to me. I know what it was like for me as a Jewish American to have grown up under the shadow of the Holocaust. I can’t imagine what it must’ve been like your you.
Sadly bigotry and antisemitism are alive and well. Danke schön meine fruendin.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Don’t overestimate me. Half of the time I was sorry for myself for having been born into that people. It took me a while to recognize my priviledge and actually appreciate where I live. Still, there is too much wilful forgetfulness these days, everywhere it seems. The fascist, racist cancer feels bold enough again to crawl out of its dark corners.
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Sadly this is true, Gabi. For all of our progressiveness, I see antisemitism and white supremacy spreading alike a cancer here in the States.
As for yourself, I don’t believe I overestimate you in any way. ❤
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Such a powerful story, and a poignant memory. God bless their memories.
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Dear Kiristian,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You’re welcome, I hope you have a nice week. 🙂
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Devastating and touching piece, Rochelle.
I had no idea about the guillotine, the musicians, or the White Rose.
Thank you for posting, although I feel ashamed it ever happened, even though I wasn’t even born and I’m not in any way connected to the perpetrators, and yet I feel shame because I’m part of the human race who did such a terrible thing.
It reminds me of the stanza of For The Fallen, ‘They grow not old…’ which ends with ‘We will remember them.’ and it’s the very least we can do, remember in order to honour their struggle and sacrifice.
I hope you have a wonderful weekend.
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Dear Luccia,
It never ceases to amaze me what humans are capable of. I knew about the musicians but wasn’t aware of the White Rose. Thank you so much for taking the time to read and leave your affirming comments.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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https://allthatsinteresting.com/sophie-scholl-hans-scholl-white-rose-movement?fbclid=IwAR3j94dLnlwl9sX4A5695EiyKsUFPcQ32CLnY-cOmjAmxdVlj7wgsspqK5s
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A tale told so so well. This was indeed a very moving piece of history. To be so young but yet so brave and defiant in the face of one of the most inhumane regime in history.
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Many thanks for such a thoughtful and encouraging comment, Subroto. Their courage was indeed inspiring and, at the same time, heartbreaking.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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it’s one of my favorite LC songs; now I’m not sure if I’ll picture Auschwitz anytime I hear it. Ugh.
I’ve heard of her before. Her story is our story right now.
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Dear Stu,
I’m not sure I agree that her story is ours currently…Nor am I sure it won’t be. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I’m young enough to have wondered how The Holocaust could happen – why no one stood up and said no. Now I know. They did stand up. Just not enough.
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Dear Alice,
I was also born after the fact and grew up under the shadow of the Holocaust. One has to wonder. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Querida Rochelle,
No veo mi repuesta que deje el miercoles 😳
Que pena 😞no se que paso 😟
I did know about the white rose from my friends mother when I was growing up. Your story brought it back to mind. I always feel emotional after reading your stories. Your knowledge combined with all the truism of each story is incredible. You are a tremendous carrier of the torch of information for those who don’t know this history. Superb writing ✍️
Leonard Cohen is one of my favorite singers. I’ve seen a video of couples dancing to the end of time and thought it was a tenderly emotional video. The one you’ve added is heart wrenching and beautifully artistic.
I posted early this week because of two big art shows and time was short. Grrrr … to my missing comment. Hasta la proxima 👍
Abrazos y Carino – Shalom
Isadora 😎
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Querida Isadora,
Veí su repuesta mas temprano en la semana. Muy extraño. ¿Deundecillos?
I think I’d heard of the White Rose but when it came across Facebook a couple of weeks ago I did some further digging. So many heroes only now coming to the surface. Thank you re my writing.
I’m quite familiar with the video of the dancing couples. I watched it a gazillion times. It was Dale who brought it to my attention that Mr. Cohen originally wrote it re the camps. Some of the words make more sense now…”dance me to the panic til I’m gathered safely in.” Sigh. Puts a whole new spin on the song.
Thanks for taking the time to comment, not once, but twice.
Abrazos y Shalom,
Rochelle
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Such courage and conviction. Thank you for bringing such heros/heroines to our attention, Rochelle. You breathe life into them through your wonderful storytelling.
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Dear Mags,
Your comment is most encouraging. When I learn these stories I have to share them. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You’re welcome, Rochelle.
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Such an awful time. Thank you for this informative and moving tribute to Sophie and all the others like her.
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Dear Margaret,
It was an awful time. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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It seems wrong to”like” a piece as harrowing and well-written as this. I’d love to be able to say there’s some hope in the fact that good overcame evil in the long run, but watching the news nowadays I’ not so sure that’s true anymore…
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Dear RG,
I’m with you. I’m not particularly sure about anything these days. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Whoa. Another heartbreaking story Rochelle. The White Rose. I want to know so much more about them
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Dear Laurie,
I would also like to know more. What I do know breaks my heart. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You got me reading about the White Rose all weekend! Such a brave group. It wouldn’t have been easy standing up to the Nazis, but they were so smart about it. I love World War stories and this one sure did touch my heart.
Thank you for letting us know about this, Rochelle.
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Dear Soumya,
They made the ultimate sacrifice, didn’t they? Thank you
Shalom,
Rochelle
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How apt that you honoured a hero, a martyr, on the anniversary of her execution. History is filled with such people whose acts of bravery go unnoticed. But with no less impact on making the world a better place.
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Dear Fatima,
There have been so many unsung heroes that have gone unnoticed. But they have and do make an impact. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I only heard of Sophie and the White Rose a few years ago and I think there are still a lot of people quite unaware of the group and what they did. That these young people were brave enough to stand against tyranny peacefully is so admirable and the fact they were executed just for distributing leaflets tells you everything you need to know about the regime.
Brave, wonderful young people. I can’t help but be sad that they were lost to the world so young – how much they might have contributed if they’d lived.
Beautifully writing, stirring and emotive and in so few words. Lovely work, Rochelle
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Dear Lynn,
When I read of them recently and that this was actually the 76th anniversary of their executions, well…you know I had to write. Thank you so much for your thoughtfully affirming comments to start my day.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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My pleasure Rochelle. They must have been very brave young people – so wonderful of you to share their stories
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Wonderful story, Rochelle. It is always inspiring to hear how some found the strength to stand against evil.
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Many thanks, Sascha.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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