Haven: The Dramatic Story of 1,000 World War II Refugees and How They Came to America Paperback – 19 Oct. 2010

One of the most interesting stories of ww2.

Seen the video, read the book, it is a bit of history which should never be lost and everyone should be taught and know. Would definitely recommend.

Compulsory reading for everyone who enjoys reading re WW2, This is also the story of a brave, gutsy woman who succeeded in a man's world in an era when it was almost impossible to do that. She is still living ithe U.S. aged 101! Highly recommend.

This is history we are starting to forget .very well written.Heartbreaking at times, but definitely worth the read

Hopefully we never forget the Holocaust, but also this Amazing woman, Dr. Ruth Gruber who passed away a few months ago at age 105. As a newly minted PhD, who spoke several languages, she was hired by the Roosevelt Administration to escort close to a 1,000 refugees from the Holocaust to Oswego's Fort Ontario.The story has it's poignant moments (when they arrived it was to fear and estrangement), but also joy and relief! THIS is their story, but also possibly the most important 'moment' in her life for Gruber.There is now a Safe Haven museum in Oswego dedicated to this story. But the book provides details that even a lengthy visit to the museum purchased through profits from this book over several decades made possible.IF you didn't know the story of the ONLY place in America to shelter refugees enmass from the Holocaust, you should definitely get this book!

One caring woman against politicians and bureacracy. One of the world's great stories.

Very moving story. Incredible courage displayed by these people who just wanted to live in a free country.

An interesting book about the Jewish DP leaving Europe and traveling to America. Full of sadness and reminders of human failings and human strength.