The Ulma Family – The Blessed Samaritans of Markowa

Published: 24.03.2025

Ordo Iuris Infographic

On the 81st anniversary of the martyrdom of the Ulma family and the Jews they sheltered—who died at the hands of the German occupiers of Poland—the Ordo Iuris Institute is releasing a special commemorative infographic.

We encourage you to download and share it. You may print it and publish it in both traditional and social media.

The infographic is available for download below in both Polish and English.

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