Born in The Hague, Netherlands on May 26, 1916.
Henriette Roosenburg, known fondly as 'Jet', was born on May 26, 1916, in The Hague, Netherlands. Her birth into a Protestant family shaped her values and propelled her into a life committed to activism and journalism. Roosenburg would later grow into a formidable figure during World War II, known for her resistance efforts against Nazi occupation. This foundational period set the groundwork for a lifetime devoted to truth and justice. Her birthday marks the beginning of a journey that would influence countless others and add a critical female voice to the narrative of wartime resistance.