Birthdate: 1924 AD
Birthplace: Minsk, Belarus
Died: October 26, 1941
Masha Bruskina, a dedicated Belarusian Jewish nurse, fearlessly cared for wounded Red Army soldiers during World War II. She played a crucial role in helping these soldiers escape from Nazi-occupied territory in the Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic. Despite the threat of imprisonment, torture, and public execution by the German Wehrmacht, Masha remained resolute in her dedication to the anti-fascist resistance. Her selfless actions and unwavering courage have made her a symbol of heroism and sacrifice during a dark chapter in history.
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