Saved by the Ukrainians they lived amongst (and who risked their lives by hiding Jews, an offence punishable by death) Becker's parents made it to Canada and found here all this country offers refugees and victims of war by way of an opportunity to rebuild their lives. It's wonderful that she would share her story and their packing crate with the rest of us by donating it to the Pier 21 Museum. More than a few Canadians came to this country as DPs (displaced persons) with nothing more than a suitcase or two and yet made much of their lives because of their true grit and faith. Canada was truly a welcoming new home for those DPs - be they Jewish or Ukrainian or Polish or what have you.

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