Ernest G. Heppner

About the Author

Ernest G. Heppner, born in 1929 in Germany, survived the harrowing experiences of the Holocaust as a child, fleeing Nazi persecution to find temporary refuge in the Shanghai ghetto during World War II. His life story, marked by resilience and the unyielding human spirit, is chronicled in his poignant memoir, Shanghai Refuge: A Memoir of the World War II Jewish Ghetto, which offers a rare firsthand account of one of history's lesser-known chapters of Jewish survival. After immigrating to the United States, Heppner built a successful career in engineering while dedicating himself to preserving Holocaust testimonies and educating future generations about the perils of intolerance. Through his writing, he bridges personal trauma with universal lessons on courage and hope, ensuring that the voices of the displaced are never forgotten.