Born on June 12, 1929, in Frankfurt, Germany, Anne Frank lived a normal life until the rise of the Nazi regime. As Adolf Hitler’s influence spread, anti-Semitic policies became harsher, forcing Anne’s family to flee to Amsterdam to escape persecution. However, even in their new sanctuary, they couldn’t evade the clutches of hatred forever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In July 1942, sensing the increasing danger, Anne’s family, along with another Jewish family, went into hiding in a secret annex above her father’s business premises. The cramped and stifling quarters became their refuge for two years. With blackout curtains drawn, they lived in constant fear of being discovered. Anne, despite the circumstances, held onto her dreams, her hopes, and her spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n