Oskar Schindler was a German businessman who became famous for saving the lives of over a thousand Jewish people during the Holocaust. He owned a factory in Poland where he employed Jewish workers, protecting them from deportation to concentration camps. Schindler used his wealth and influence to bribe Nazi officials, ensuring the safety of his workers.
His story is widely known through the film Schindler's List, directed by Steven Spielberg. The movie highlights Schindler's transformation from a profit-driven entrepreneur to a compassionate hero. Today, he is remembered as a symbol of courage and humanity in the face of unimaginable evil.