State Historical Society of Iowa

Postcard Asking for Financial Assistance for Holocaust Survivors, Date Unknown

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Courtesy of the Iowa Jewish Historical Society, "Survival Means Sacrifice," Date Unknown

Description

This postcard was mailed to people in America asking for financial assistance or volunteers to help with aging Holocaust survivors. This postcard was addressed to "Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Mazie" in Des Moines, Iowa.  

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Source-Dependent Questions

  • What is the purpose of this postcard?
  • Describe the author's point of view regarding the document. How does the author attempt to appeal to the receivers of this card to help?
  • Explain why does the author state that, "We Are Responsible For The Survival Of The Jewish People ... Be They Young or Old!"?

Citation Information 

"Survival Means Sacrifice," Date Unknown. Courtesy of the Iowa Jewish Historical Society