King Honors the Late Auschwitz Survivor Eva Schloss, Who Dies at 96

King Charles has offered heartfelt tributes following the passing of Eva Schloss, a notable Holocaust survivor and the step-sister of Anne Frank. Eva Schloss, who co-founded the Anne Frank Trust UK and served as its honorary president, died on January 3 at the age of 96.

Eva Schloss’s Early Life and Experiences

Born Eva Geiringer in Austria, she and her family fled to the Netherlands to escape the Nazis in the 1940s. They lived in hiding for two years until they were captured and sent to the infamous Auschwitz concentration camp. By January 1945, when the Soviet army liberated the camp, only Eva and her mother, Elfriede Frank, had survived. Tragically, Eva lost her brother and father during captivity.

Legacy of Advocacy

Following the war, Elfriede married Otto Frank, the father of Anne Frank, who also survived the Nazi internment. Over the next four decades, Eva dedicated herself to Holocaust education. She aimed to ensure that the atrocities faced by Holocaust victims were never forgotten.

• Co-founder of the Anne Frank Trust UK
• Promoted awareness of the Holocaust in schools worldwide
• Spoke to young people across Europe, advocating against hatred and prejudice
• Worked tirelessly to change attitudes and combat racism

In a tribute shared on social media, King Charles expressed profound sadness over her death. He acknowledged the unimaginable horrors she faced and praised her commitment to overcoming hatred. He stated, “We are both privileged and proud to have known her, and we admired her deeply.”

Impact of the Anne Frank Diary

Anne Frank’s diary, a poignant first-hand account of life under Nazi occupation, has been translated into 70 languages and sold over 30 million copies. It remains a crucial part of Holocaust education globally. Schloss often emphasized the importance of understanding this history to prevent future atrocities.

In 1951, Schloss moved to London to study photography. There, she met Zvi Schloss, a German Jewish refugee who had fled to Palestine during the war. The couple built their life in London and raised a family. Zvi passed away in 2016, and Eva Schloss is survived by their daughters, sons-in-law, and grandchildren.

Eva Schloss will be remembered for her courage, resilience, and unwavering dedication to educating future generations. Her legacy continues to inspire many in their quest for kindness and understanding.