Artists & Writers · 20th Century
Anne Frank’s Last Words
“Unknown — she died of typhus in Bergen-Belsen.”— Anne Frank, February 1945
Who Was Anne Frank?
Anne Frank was a Jewish girl whose diary, written while hiding from the Nazis in Amsterdam, became one of the most widely read books in the world and a testament to the human spirit.
The Final Moments
Anne died in Bergen-Belsen concentration camp just weeks before its liberation. Her father Otto, the only family member to survive, published her diary in 1947.
Are These Words Verified?
Survivors described her final days but no last words were recorded. The chaotic camp conditions and mass deaths make documentation of individual final words nearly impossible.
Sources
- firsthand Bergen-Belsen survivor testimony
- archive Anne Frank House archives
Legacy
The Diary of a Young Girl has been translated into over 70 languages and read by tens of millions. The Anne Frank House in Amsterdam is one of the most visited sites in Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Anne Frank’s last words?
“Unknown — she died of typhus in Bergen-Belsen.”
How did Anne Frank die?
Anne Frank died on February 1945 at the age of 15. Cause of death: Typhus in Bergen-Belsen concentration camp.
Were Anne Frank’s last words documented?
Survivors described her final days but no last words were recorded. The chaotic camp conditions and mass deaths make documentation of individual final words nearly impossible.
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