ON THIS SIDE THERE WAS ALSO A MAN

Discover the moving story of the inhabitants of Upper Silesia who, in the dark times of World War II, helped the Jewish population. This monograph, the second volume in the series Helping Jews in Polish Lands during the German Occupation, shows various aspects of their heroic activities. It is a story of courage, dedication and humanity in the face of cruelty.

• In-depth analysis of aid activities in Upper Silesia
• History of the inhabitants of the pre-war Silesian Voivodeship
• Various aspects of assistance to the Jewish population in 1939-1945
• Publication as part of the Central Research Project of the IPN
• Series Helping Jews in Polish Lands during the German Occupation, Volume 2
• 240 pages full of facts and testimonies

This monograph is a valuable source of knowledge about the fate of Jews in Upper Silesia during World War II and about the attitudes of Poles towards them. The author, Aleksandra Namysło, presents with extraordinary care and sensitivity the fate of people who, despite the impending danger, decided to help their Jewish neighbors. This book is a tribute to their courage and dedication.

This publication is the result of the Central Research Project of the IPN History of Jews in Poland and Polish-Jewish relations in 1917-1990. It is an important contribution to research on the history of Polish-Jewish relations and on the issue of helping Jews during the German occupation. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Poland and World War II.

The book "On this side there was also a Man. Residents of the pre-war Silesian Voivodeship helped Jews during World War II, 2nd edition changed" is a position that encourages reflection on the nature of humanity and on how important it is to help others, even in the most difficult circumstances. It is a story of people who, despite everything, remained true to their values and did not allow the darkness engulfing the world to kill humanity in them.

The publishing house Instytut Pamięci Narodowej, IPN, gives readers an extremely important and necessary publication. This book is a testimony of history that should be passed on to future generations so that the tragedy of the Holocaust never happens again. It is a story of hope that flickers even in the darkest times.

We invite you to read this moving and important book. Get to know the stories of people who, in times of trial, stood on the side of humanity and helped their Jewish neighbors. May their courage and dedication inspire us to act for good and justice.