Maximilian Kolbe

Maximilian Kolbe was a Polish Catholic priest and martyr who is remembered for his selfless sacrifice during World War II. In 1941, he volunteered to take the place of a fellow prisoner condemned to death in Auschwitz concentration camp. Despite the terrible conditions, he maintained faith and compassion, offering spiritual support and hope to others. He was executed in 1941 and later canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church. His act of sacrificial love exemplifies deep faith, courage, and concern for others amid extreme suffering.