Oral History Interview with Bernard Sayone, 1982 March 10

Item

Identifier: B098.16.0011.00014

Staff Only

Abstract

Interview describes Bernard’s life in pre-war Poland, childhood. Experiences in Auschwitz, labor and camp life; drive to survive and for revenge. Feelings toward Israel, Poland and Germany. Discusses his role in educating others of his experiences.

Dates

1982 March 10

Creator

Sayone, Bernie (Bernard), 1922-2017 (Interviewee, Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Extent

2 Cassettes (2 sound tape cassettes)

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Additional Description

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

RMJHS Oral Histories comprises audio and video cassettes of oral history interviews recorded by the Rocky Mountain Jewish Historical Society. The recordings document Jewish history and culture in Colorado in the 19th and 20th century. The men and women interviewed for this collection are descendants of early Jewish pioneers in Colorado or were Jewish newcomers to the region at the beginning of the 20th century. Most of the interviewees were born between 1886 and 1927 and died in the 20th century. Many of them were founders and/or leaders of Jewish organizations, religious groups, medical and social centers, schools, and businesses in Colorado.