JOURNAL ARTICLE

THE MAN WHO SAVED PRIMO LEVI.

  • Published In: History of War, 2025, n. 144. P. 68 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: HARDIMAN, LOUIS; GREPPI, CARLO; Perrone, Lorenzo 3 of 3

Abstract

During the Holocaust, Italian chemist Primo Levi survived Auschwitz with the help of Lorenzo Perrone, an Italian bricklayer who provided moral and material aid. Perrone's risky actions, including supplying food and enabling communication with home, were crucial for Levi's survival. After the war, Perrone struggled with alcoholism and depression, ultimately passing away in 1952. Levi honored Perrone by naming his children after him, highlighting the profound impact of their friendship. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History of War. 2025/04, Issue 144, p68
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2054-376X
  • Accession Number:183932321
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