Historical Figures · 21st Century
Hannie Schaft’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Hannie Schaft, Unknown
Who Was Hannie Schaft?
Limited biographical information is available about Hannie Schaft.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Hannie Schaft's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Schaft was executed by Nazis on April 17, 1945. Her reported last words were 'I shoot better than you' after being wounded by the first shot. The quote 'I have lived my truth' does not appear in Dutch Resistance records.
Sources
- archive Dutch Resistance archives and postwar testimony
- other Verzetsmuseum (Dutch Resistance Museum) documentation
Legacy
Hannie Schaft's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Hannie Schaft’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Hannie Schaft die?
Hannie Schaft died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Hannie Schaft’s last words documented?
Schaft was executed by Nazis on April 17, 1945. Her reported last words were 'I shoot better than you' after being wounded by the first shot. The quote 'I have lived my truth' does not appear in Dutch Resistance records.
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