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Born in 1921, Scholl grew up in a strongly anti-Nazi household and developed a deep sense of social justice. Alongside her brother Hans and other like-minded students, she co-founded the White Rose, a non-violent resistance group that distributed leaflets calling for peaceful opposition to Hitler's dictatorship. Scholl's courageous actions, which included writing and distributing anti-Nazi literature, organizing protests, and vandalizing public spaces with slogans denouncing the regime, eventually caught the attention of the Gestapo. In February 1943, she and her brother were arrested while distributing pamphlets at their university. They were later tried and sentenced to death. Even in the face of imminent execution, Scholl remained resolute and unyielding. Her final words, "How can we expect righteousness to prevail when there is hardly anyone willing to give himself up individually to a righteous cause. " have become an enduring symbol of resistance and bravery. Sophie Scholl was executed by guillotine on February 22, 1943, at the age of 21. In the years following her death, Scholl's story has gained international recognition, and she is celebrated as a symbol of defiance against totalitarianism, as well as a champion of freedom and justice. Her actions and ultimate sacrifice continue to inspire individuals across the globe, serving as a reminder of the importance of standing up against injustice, even under the harshest circumstances.