Siegmund Spiegel

German-American architect and Holocaust survivor (1919–2016)

Siegmund Spiegel was a German-American architect, born in 1919, who led a multifaceted life as a war hero, author, activist, and lecturer on the Holocaust. Born into a Jewish family, he was compelled to flee Nazi Germany in 1938, joining his sister in the United States. This pivotal event in his life would later inform his work as a Holocaust lecturer and activist.

As an architect, Spiegel gained recognition for his contributions to the New York Metropolitan area, where he undertook extensive projects. His professional accomplishments in this field were a testament to his skill and dedication. Beyond his work in architecture, Spiegel was also a prolific author and lecturer, sharing his experiences and insights with others. He passed away in 2016, at the age of 97, leaving behind a legacy that spanned multiple disciplines and fields of endeavor.