Do you know what role Aristides Sousa Mendes played in World War II?
He was the Portuguese ambassador in Bordeaux, France. By writing visas for Jews, he saved 30,000 lives during the Holocaust. His actions went against the government of Portugal. Because of his help to the Jewish people, he was dismissed from his position and became penniless. Was he honored for his actions by his government? Watch the video to find out.
