Jews — All Stories — More Than A Headstone

A Lithuanian Immigrant Became an American Hero

It takes great strength and character to dedicate a portion of one’s life to serve in the American military. It takes even greater integrity and grit to serve in three global conflicts: World War Two, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Though Albert Abelson and his Jewish family faced many challenges while they lived in Lithuania, he became an American hero.

Lifetime of Service, Obstacles & OpportunitiesEsteban GomezOctober 14, 2021Lithuania, Jewish, Jews, immigrant, Americanization, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War

A Return to Germany

In Section T2 at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Rolf Wagschal lays beneath a headstone adorned with the Star of David, an indication of his Jewish faith that may have encouraged him to fight during World War II.

Know Your Enemy, Obstacles & OpportunitiesEsteban GomezOctober 7, 2021Jews, Jewish, World War II, Jewish-German immigrants, U.S. Army, Captain Charles H. Foertmeyer, doctor, Barbara Fass, Peter Henry Wagschal

A Jewish Hero of World War II

As an American soldier in World War II, Charlie Levy was a part of the 20th Armored Division, a division of the United States Army led by General Orlando Ward. He served as a sergeant tank commander.