Who is Janek Zimmerman

Friday, November 24, 2023

Featured Guest: Holocaust Survivor, Jack Zimmermann

Holocaust Survivor, Janek “Jack” Zimmermann was born to Wilhelm (William) & Malvina (Schachter) Zimmermann on April 12, 1931 in Przemysl, Poland. He can distinctly remember life, prior to the Holocaust, including his large family tree. In fact, Jack and his sister, Cesia, along with their mother, Malvina Schachter, had survived the war thanks to Righteous Among the Nations.

After being hidden in an attic with 12 other Jews, Jack survived to see liberation, spent time at Landsberg, immigrated to the United States, and served in the US Army (6th Medium Tank) during the Korean War. Today, Jack resides in Washington State. Jack was among 13 Jews, including Max Diamant, who survived thanks to the bravery and kindness of Stefania & Helena Podgorska.