Antonina Żabińska

Antonina Żabińska was a Polish zookeeper and author, best known for her courageous and compassionate efforts during World War II. She and her husband, Jan Żabiński, managed the Warsaw Zoo, which they used as a hiding place for Jews fleeing the Nazis. Antonina helped protect and conceal many people, risking her life to save others during the Holocaust. Her bravery and kindness earned her recognition as a Righteous Among the Nations, an honor for those who risked their lives to save Jews during the Holocaust. Her story exemplifies moral courage and altruism in times of extreme danger.