Marija Jurkienė

Marija Jurkienė, alongside her husband Danielius Jurkus, played a vital role in rescuing Jews during the Holocaust in Lithuania. Their actions exemplified extraordinary courage and compassion in a time of widespread danger and oppression. A memorial plaque commemorating their efforts to save lives during World War II is set to be erected in Vilnius, highlighting their significance in the history of humanitarianism.