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My Background
I was born on DEC. 7, 1924 in Budapest to a Jewish family. When I was 6, I moved to Paris. I quickly learned French and excelled in school and had interest in poetry and music. -
My Studies and Father's Problem
in 1933-39, my father argued against fascism when Hitler became chancellor of Germany in 1933. I just concentrated on my studies and got accepted into Louis-le-Grand Secondary School, the prestigious in Paris. During this time, I was upset that Hungary has enforced anti-Jewish Laws. -
The Resistance Groups
During 1940-44, after Germany occupied France, my mother enisted in a woman's resistance group.I joined the progressive students' organization in 1941 and later mybrother Bela, joined the army resistance group:Franc-Tieurs et Partisans. -
The Attacks
I participated in sabotage actions against Germany and launched numerous grenade attacks. I also set a German library on fire. -
Blowing Up a Convoy
On July 28, 1943, my unit blew up a convoy of German officers and soldiers killing 600. -
My Arrest
I was arrested on Nov. 21, 1943, tortured and condemned to death. -
Death
At the age of 20, I was executed by Nazi firing squad -
Nickname
My nickname for Thomas Elek was KERPAL
