This paper examines the linguistic construction of otherness in Holocaust testimony through an analysis of Agnes Kaposi’s autobiography Yellow Star, Red Star. Drawing on Staszak’s (2009) framework of in-group—out-group dynamics, the study explores how a Holocaust survivor negotiates identity and belonging amidst the trauma of historical persecution. Kaposi’s narrative, born out of firsthand experience as a Jewish survivor of World War II, offers a poignant account of resilience and survival. Through a mixed-method approach, this research investigates the ways in which the Holocaust survivor navigates the dynamics of the Us vs Them dichotomy before, during, and after the Holocaust. The analysis focuses on linguistic markers of otherness, particularly the use of pronouns, examining Kaposi’s reflections on exclusion and belonging. In addition, the study explores how Agnes Kaposi uses linguistic distancing strategies in her Holocaust testimony. While a variety of definitions of the term testimony have been suggested, this paper will use Stone and Wood’s (2023) definition of testimony, who state that all autobiographical material can be viewed as a form of testimony, even if it was not specifically intended as such. By unraveling the complexities of language and narrative choices, the study sheds light on the intricate interplay between trauma, memory, and identity construction in Holocaust testimony. The research honors the voices of survivors like Agnes Kaposi, contributing to a deeper understanding of Holocaust testimony and the enduring legacy of resilience and remembrance.