David Altaras
David Altaras reflects on his childhood in a religious Jewish immigrant community in early 1900s Seattle, highlighting his strict religious education, cultural and linguistic differences, and strong community bonds. He describes observing religious rituals, participating in synagogue life, and transitioning to broader social interactions, including the impacts of Japanese internment during the war. Ultimately, he attributes his success to determination and family values, expressing a wish to be remembered as a loving and honest person who cherishes family and well-being.
CONTENT WARNING: This interview discusses themes of death, grief, racism, and discrimination.
Chapters
Locations
Seattle, Washington
Bikur Cholim Machzikay Hadath (BCMH)
White Kosher Meat Market (Seattle)
Maimon’s Market (24th Ave & Yesler Way)
Bainbridge Island, Washington
Pearl Harbor, Oahu, Hawaii
University of Washington
University of Washington School of Pharmacy
Japan
Tekirdag, Turkey
Related Tags
Jewish Holidays
Migration
Sephardic
Orthodox
Antisemitism
Japanese Internment