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Survivor Profiles: Frank Stern

There are too many who don't know about the Holocaust, who don't consider it, or are unwilling to learn. People should be aware of what happened in the past and why it is that some of us are concerned about conditions in other parts of the world (today).

Frank Stern

His Story:

Frank Stern was born in Frankfurt, Germany. In April 1939, following the events of Kristallnacht, ten-year-old Frank and his family left Germany for Switzerland. From April to July 1939, Frank stayed in Switzerland before immigrating to England. In February 1940, Frank and his family left for the United States on an armed merchant ship from Southhampton, England, to New York.

Learn More:

Memories of Kristallnacht Chicago Tribune article ABC Chicago Interview

Photo credits: John Pregulman

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