Box 2, 1941-1945

File — Box: B412.02.0002

Identifier: B412.02.0002

Staff Only

Abstract

The box contains Sam Weinstein's World War II army jacket and Jewish War Veterans uniform.

Dates

1941-1945

Creator

United States. Army. Infantry (Organization)

Extent

2.25 Linear Feet (In textile box 31 x 25 x 6 inches.)

Additional Description

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The collection includes Sam Weinstein's World War II army jacket and Jewish War Veterans uniform. The collection also contains a 1931 Kynewisbok (DU yearbook) that belonged to Rowena M. Akers and a folder with University of Denver memorabilia and graduation materials from 1933. An accrual in September 2022 brought in material culture items, including dresses, jackets, baby dresses, black swimming slippers, and household items. Five photographs were also included in the accrual. Charles Goldberg and Dr. Dennis Battock donated their Bar Mitzvah plates that were hand-painted by Rowena Weinstein.