Discovering Hidden Jewish Ancestry and Espionage in my Family
by Katherine Fennelly I grew up in a completely secular household in the United States. My parents neither held religious beliefs nor attended services of any kind. My father proclaimed…
by Katherine Fennelly I grew up in a completely secular household in the United States. My parents neither held religious beliefs nor attended services of any kind. My father proclaimed…
Ellen Stepak Hashomer Hatsair (in translation “The Young Guard”) was established in 1913. This year the organization is celebrating 110 years since its founding. From its roots in Galicia…
By Ellen Stepak My expertise in this subject began with a very large research project known as MVC. Twenty years ago, in 2003, along with Matilda Tagger of blessed memory,…
By Daniella Alyagon This morning I sat down to review the latest document uploaded by the Israel State Archives. I will try to provide some information about the files I…
My father, Oscar Herschman, was born in the USA. His father, Gregory (Harry) Herschman, immigrated from Vitebsk, Lithuania (now Belarus). His goal was to earn enough money to open up…