Family narratives are frequently lost with each generation. This site is designed to memorialize these stories for current and future generations.

Virtually all of our ancestors were Jews who emigrated from Eastern Europe in the early 1900’s. For centuries, Jews in Europe were forced to live in small towns or shtetels. They were not allowed to travel, attend school and had no path out of poverty. Many perished from childhood diseases.

Those who were still in Europe during World War I faced starvation and persecution by both the Russian and German armies. Despite the lack of privileges, young Jewish boys were taken from their homes to join the military.

Those who were unable to leave Europe would eventually perish during the Holocaust.

Virtually all of our ancestors took that giant leap of coming to America. Many left families behind. They arrived unable to speak English and with little if any formal education. Despite their relative poverty, they continued to send money back to Europe to help others escape. They worked hard to create a better life for their children. We are all beneficiaries of these amazing people and need to read and remember their stories.

This site has been developed by Barry Lindenberg. It would not have been possible without the significant research and contributions made by Martin Lindenberg, Eric Lindenberg, Gail Vaccaro, Cindy Taitz Shaft, Sharon Brettschneider, Dina Torok, and David Silverberg.