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How Ray Dalio's Parents Escaped Poland for the United States
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13:42 - 22:44 (09:02)

Ray Dalio discusses in detail the story of how his parents, who were Polish Jews, escaped Poland for the United States amidst rising anti-Jewish activities and turmoil in the 1930s.

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Ray Dalio shares his family's story of escaping from Poland in 1939, at the onset of World War II, and their journey as refugees to Vilnius, which was the capital of Lithuania.
13:42 - 19:09 (05:27)
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refugees
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Ray Dalio shares his family's story of escaping from Poland in 1939, at the onset of World War II, and their journey as refugees to Vilnius, which was the capital of Lithuania.

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How Ray Dalio's Parents Escaped Poland for the United States
Episode
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A Holocaust survivor's family recounts their journey from Lithuania to Japan, and ultimately the United States, as they fled persecution and tried to obtain visas to escape the country.
19:09 - 22:44 (03:35)
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Holocaust
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A Holocaust survivor's family recounts their journey from Lithuania to Japan, and ultimately the United States, as they fled persecution and tried to obtain visas to escape the country. With the help of a dedicated Japanese consul, the family was able to secure visas to Curacao and make their way to freedom.

Chapter
How Ray Dalio's Parents Escaped Poland for the United States
Episode
#407: Sam Zell — Strategies for High-Stakes Investing, Dealmaking, and Grave Dancing
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show