We were very pleased to receive this email regarding Mr. Shapiro's passing:
Sir,
Ref.: "American translator and long time Beijinger Sydney Shapiro dies at 98"
Mr. Shapiro was a singular person who led a remarkable life.
Back in the early 80's, I called him to get information about antique Jewish documents in China. We even spoke in our mother tongue, Yiddish. I also explained to him my interest in Raoul Wallenberg, the Swedish diplomat who saved scores of Hungarian Jews during WWII. He too, was a great admiror of Wallenberg and all the rescuers of the Holocaust.
He made a strong impression on me. A man of great curiosity, ingenuity and intellectual skills.
His amazing life and political views stirred a lot of passion and controversy.
I am sure he will be missed by many.
Baruch Tenembaum
Founder
The International Raoul Wallenberg Foundation
34 East 67 Street
New York, NY 10065
USA