ERIC SAUL

Personal Website: EASaul.com

Eric Saul, a dedicated advocate for reparations, served as the founding curator of the Presidio Army Museum in San Francisco from 1973-1986. He played a pivotal role in restoring the museum's historic 1863 Army hospital and designing its original permanent exhibitions, which showcased the U.S. Army's history in the West and the Pacific.

Saul passionately highlighted the contributions of minorities in the U.S. military, curating exhibits like "Ready and Forward: The Story of African American Soldiers in the US Army," focusing on women, Filipinos, and the renowned Japanese American soldiers of the 100th/442nd/MIS. He later advised on the Smithsonian's "A More Perfect Union: Japanese Americans and the Constitution."

In 1980, Saul co-founded the Go For Broke 100th/442nd/MIS Foundation (now NJAHS), serving as curator from 1981-1987. He curated exhibits like "East to America," documenting Japanese American immigration. He also curated "Unlikely Liberators," spotlighting Japanese American soldiers who liberated the Dachau Death March.

Saul's commitment extended to the Simon Wiesenthal Center - Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles since 1994, where he curated exhibits like "Art in the Holocaust" and "Liberation: Revealing the Unspeakable." He founded the "Visas for Life: The Righteous and Honorable Diplomats Project" to honor diplomats like Chiune Sugihara.

In 2006, the project became a nonprofit under ISRAH, expanding its mission to document rescue and altruism during the Holocaust. As ISRAH's Executive Director, Saul continues to nominate individuals for the "Righteous Among the Nations" title.

He initiated research on Jewish rescuers of Jews during the Holocaust, creating a comprehensive database and preparing a traveling exhibit. Saul also launched a website on Jewish Holocaust rescuers in 2012.

Saul's extensive work includes consulting on documentary films, co-authoring books like "The Great Earthquake and Fire of 1906," and co-editing Yukiko Sugihara's memoir, "Visas for Life." He authored "Unlikely Liberators," focusing on Chiune Sugihara and Japanese Americans of the 522nd Field Artillery.

In 2012, Saul created www.civilwarlibrary.org, commemorating the Sesquicentennial of the American Civil War. Currently, he compiles a database of abolitionists and anti-slavery organizations, aiming to recognize their actions, with more than 3,000 abolitionists and 300 societies featured on www.AmericanAbolitionists.com.

Eric Saul is also in the process of writing a major new book on diplomatic rescue in the Holocaust.

AMY FISKE

Amy Fiske has been working with Eric Saul for the past 30 years in creating numerous traveling exhibits on the Holocaust, the Japanese American military experience, and most recently on slavery and abolition. She received her undergraduate degree from Stanford University, a master’s degree in Psychology (Social) from San Francisco State University, and a Ph.D. in Psychology (Clinical-Aging) from the University of Southern California. Amy’s specialty is research into the causes of depression among older adults. Amy is presently an Associate Professor of Psychology at West Virginia University. She has been at WVU since 2005.

Amy’s interest in history stems from her great, great, great uncle, General Henry Warner Slocum, who was a commander of three Union Corps and was the commander of the left wing (Army of Georgia) of General Sherman’s March to the Sea and Carolinas Campaign. Amy has designed and implemented a website commemorating Slocum’s command of the Twelfth Corps in the Army of the Potomac (union12thcorps.com) and the Army of Georgia (armyofgeorgia.com).

During the Civil War Sesquicentennial, Eric and Amy organized a commemorative reading of the names of all the Union and Confederate soldiers killed in the battle of Gettysburg, July 1-3, 1863. The reading was held in the national cemetery at Gettysburg National Military Park.

In 2014, they went on a historic trip, retracing General Slocum and General Sherman’s march from Atlanta to the sea. They met African Americans whose ancestors were freed by General Slocum and his army 150 years prior. They met families in Milledgeville, Georgia, and in Savannah, Georgia. These meetings resulted in commemorative programs being established honoring the liberation of slaves by the Union Army.

Before the Civil War, General Slocum was an abolitionist. His participation in this cause was the genesis for the creation of the abolitionist website and exhibition.

Carolyn Bryant

Carolyn Bryant is a dedicated advocate and multifaceted professional whose passion for positive change and social justice has left an indelible mark on various fields. With a background in the film industry, Carolyn has seamlessly transitioned into the world of activism and community involvement, spearheading initiatives that have had a profound impact.

Carolyn's passion for advocacy has led to one of her most significant contributions, which has been her unwavering commitment to the American Rescuers of the Holocaust bill, H.R.2668. Recognizing the importance of preserving the memory of those who risked their lives to save Holocaust victims, Carolyn has played a pivotal role in championing this cause. Notably, she was a key figure in the event held in the U.S. Capitol's House Triangle in Washington, D.C., where she presented Congresswoman Judy Chu with an acknowledgment plaque on the historic day of the bill's announcement to Congress, honoring her dedication to this vital cause.

This momentous ceremony, initiated and coordinated by Carolyn along with Eric and Amy, brought together a distinguished assembly. Speaker Nancy Pelosi stood alongside them as they honored her father for his heroic rescue efforts, and Eleanor Roosevelt's granddaughter was present as they paid tribute to the indomitable Eleanor Roosevelt herself. The event was a testament to Carolyn's ability to bring together influential figures and ignite a collective commitment to historical preservation.

Beyond her involvement with H.R.2668, the American Rescuers of the Holocaust bill, Carolyn is a visionary inventor, with two patented inventions to her name. These innovations stand as a testament to her creativity and ingenuity. Carolyn has also been instrumental in developing the American Slavery Reparations website and collaborating on the important work related to H.R.40.

A true facilitator and producer, Carolyn excels in ensuring that every project she undertakes is executed with precision and care. She has a remarkable ability to keep multiple plates spinning and ensure tasks are completed within stipulated time frames. Moreover, Carolyn possesses a unique skill: the ability to empathize and understand the needs and energy of those involved in any given project. This quality allows her to make informed decisions, pivot when necessary, and contribute to the greater good with compassion and consideration.

In all her endeavors, Carolyn remains committed to making a positive impact and leaving the world a better place. Her impressive portfolio of achievements reflects not only her professional versatility but also her unwavering dedication to issues of social justice, making her a true beacon of change and compassion in her community.