Ellen's certificate Learning from Objects Jewish Life before the Second World War Ellen's certificate Ellen Rawson Ellen Rawson was born in Königsberg, East Prussia in 1922. Ellen, her two brothers and parents lived happily until Adolf Hitler came into power. When it became clear that Jewish people were being targeted by the Nazi government and after the November Pogrom(also known as Kristallnacht), Ellen's parents organised for Ellen to come to England on the Kindertransport. Ellen and her brother Gert were the only survivors of the Ellen’s family. Explore the following objects to discover what was important in Ellen's life before coming to Britain on the Kindertransport. Find the word schwimmmaister. What does this German word mean? Read more Swimming instructor What might this certificate be for? Read more This is a swimming achievement. Ellen spent 1 hour in the water. When was Ellen awarded this certificate? Read more 9th July 1934 What might be the link between this certificate and the photograph? Read more Ellen enjoyed swimming as a child, and often went swimming during holidays and for fun. Why would Ellen give this certificate to the National Holocaust Centre and Museum? © The National Holocaust Centre and Museum Manage Cookie Preferences