Bartholomeus Bloembergen
1905–1943 (age 38)
Biography
Bartholomeus Bloembergen was a Dutch clerk who lived through the turbulent years of World War II occupation. Though his profession was modest, he lived during a period of extraordinary historical significance that tested the character and resilience of the Dutch people.
Bloembergen died in 1943 during the German occupation. His life and death reflect the experiences of ordinary Dutch citizens who endured the hardships and dangers of wartime, contributing in various ways to their nation's struggle for survival and eventual liberation.