Through the Morgue Door: One Woman's Story of Survival and Saving Children in German-Occupied Paris by Colette

Colette Brull-Ulmann's memoir chronicles her remarkable journey from aspiring pediatrician to hero of the Holocaust. As a Jewish intern at the Rothschild Hospital in Nazi-occupied Paris, she risked her life to save Jewish children from deportation and certain death. Under the guidance of Claire Heyman, Brull-Ulmann became an integral part of the hospital's secret escape network, smuggling children to safety through the perilous streets of Paris.

Her unwavering dedication to protecting children, coupled with her bravery and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity, defined her character. Despite the constant threat of discovery and arrest, Brull-Ulmann never wavered in her mission to defy the Nazi regime and preserve the lives of innocent victims.

Forced to flee the hospital in 1943, Brull-Ulmann joined her father's resistance network, risking her life to gather and deliver crucial intelligence for De Gaulle's secret intelligence agency. Throughout her harrowing experiences, she remained steadfast in her commitment to the fight against tyranny and oppression.

After the war, Brull-Ulmann pursued her dream of becoming a licensed pediatrician, a testament to her resilience and determination. Despite the trauma and loss she endured, she refused to remain silent about her experiences, choosing instead to share her story with the world.

Brull-Ulmann's memoir offers a poignant and powerful account of Jewish life under Nazi occupation, shedding light on the heroic efforts of individuals like herself who risked everything to resist evil and protect the innocent. Her extraordinary courage and compassion serve as an enduring reminder of the human capacity for bravery and selflessness in the face of darkness. ❤️📚❤️