During which major event did Sugihara issue visas?
First World War
Vietnam War
Second World War
Korean War
Answer
During World War II, Japanese diplomat Chiune Sugihara defied his government's orders and issued thousands of transit visas to Jewish refugees fleeing Nazi persecution. These visas allowed the refugees to travel through Japan to safety in other countries, saving an estimated 6,000 lives. Sugihara's actions are widely recognized as an act of heroism and compassion in the face of immense political and personal risk.
The Inspiring Journey of Chiune Sugihara: A Quiz on the Heroic Japanese Diplomat
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