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Corrie Ten BoomA famous person, a fearless reformer.
Date of Birth: 15.04.1892
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Early Life and Career
- World War II and Resistance
- Imprisonment and Liberation
- Post-War Activities
- Later Years
Early Life and Career
Corrie Ten Boom was born on April 15, 1892, in Haarlem, Netherlands. She was the youngest of four children, including Willem, Nolly, and Elizabeth. Elizabeth's poor health required constant attention from her parents, leaving Corrie feeling neglected. Corrie and Elizabeth remained unmarried their entire lives.
Corrie initially trained as a watchmaker, becoming the first female master watchmaker in the Netherlands in 1922. She then established a youth club for girls.
World War II and Resistance
In 1940, Nazi Germany invaded the Netherlands, forcing Corrie to close her club. She and her family went into hiding and began assisting Jewish refugees. Corrie provided sanctuary, food, clothing, and emotional support to those in need, helping numerous Jewish people escape persecution.
Imprisonment and Liberation
On February 28, 1944, the family was betrayed to the authorities and arrested. Corrie's father passed away shortly after their arrest. Corrie and Elizabeth were sent to a series of concentration camps, including Ravensbrück, where Elizabeth died.
Corrie was miraculously released in December 1944, but many others she had met in the camps perished.
Post-War Activities
After the war, Corrie returned to the Netherlands, establishing rehabilitation centers for survivors. In 1946, she traveled to Germany as an evangelist, sharing her story of forgiveness and redemption. She authored a memoir, "The Hiding Place," which became a bestseller.
Later Years
In 1977, Corrie moved to California and continued her humanitarian work. She passed away on April 15, 1983, at the age of 91, on her birthday.
