Kantor, Rita, June 23, 1992
Scope and Contents
Discusses life in Russia/Moldova as a Jew-antisemitism, early death of parents causing trauma. Raising daughter in face of anti-semitism. Red hair apparently is a marker of Jewishness in Russia, which her daughter had. Husband faced discrimination finding employment because he was clearly Jewish-government sanctioned anti-semitism.
Jew as nationality more than religion-didn't get as much passed down because of lack of parents but still felt strong Jewish identity. Engaged more with religious side after immigrating to the United States, but still doesn't consider herself to be religious. Left Russia because they knew their daughter wouldn't have opportunities.
Dates
- Creation: June 23, 1992
Access Restrictions
Open for research without restrictions.
Interview
Rita Kantor was interviewed by Betty Hoffman on June 23, 1992, location unclear.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 1 Linear Feet (3 Boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Container Summary
Release forms. Oral history transcript. Dissertation Questionnaire - Demographics.
General
Rita and her daughter may be the "adopted" quasi-daughter of Samuel and Elka-unclear, but very probable.
Genre / Form
- Anti-Semitism
- Family History
- Immigration
- Jewish Children
- Jewish Education
- Politics
- Soviet Jewry
- Yiddish
- oral histories (literary works)
Geographic
Topical
Repository Details
Part of the Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford Repository