Erwin Stern collection

Identifier
irn620814
Language of Description
English
Alt. Identifiers
  • 2018.632.1
Level of Description
Item
Source
EHRI Partner

Extent and Medium

folder

1

Archival History

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

Acquisition

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of Erwin Stern

Donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 2018 by Erwin Stern.

Scope and Content

Documents and photographs illustrating the experiences of Erwin Stern, born in Rechnitz, Germany and later of Vienna until 1939, when he and his sister Theresa were sent to France and hidden in the Château du Masgelier children's home. They came to the United States in June 1941 through a transport organized by the United States Committee for the Care of European Children. Includes documentaiton compiled in preparation for that journey, such as an affidavit in lieu of passport.

Conditions Governing Reproduction

Copyright Holder: Mr. Erwin Stern

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