Remak and Mosenthal family papers Bulk, 1934-1959 1884-1979

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Remak and Mosenthal family papers Bulk, 1934-1959 1884-1979

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This collection documents the experiences of a Jewish German family from Berlin. Papers in German and English describe the multi-generational business of the Mosenthal family, family member's military service during World War I, arrest and imprisonment of family members, forced sale of business, emigration to England and then the United States. Letters to the United States Department of State document the separation of family members and attempts to rescue family members left behind in Germany. The collection includes biographical material, a family genealogy and photographs.

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