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William P. Frank Collection

Sallie Topkis Ginns discusses the early Wilmington Jewish community (late 19th to mid-20th century) and the founding and early activities of many Delaware Jewish organizations, including Adas Kodesch, the Bikur Cholim…

Martin “Peeny” Berger was born June 1, 1920 to a family of 13 children, 9 boys and 4 girls. He served in World War II, along with three of his brothers, and was wounded. In this interview, Mr. Berger primarily discusses his early life and family.

Drs. David and Edith Platt were physicians based in the Wilmington area. They established a private practice catering to working class people together after their marriage and completion of medical school. They remained with the practice for nearly…

Estella Frankel (1902-2001), a second-generation Russian-American, was a Wilmington based violinist who began learning violin at the age of seven. She was heavily involved in Wilmington’s music scene throughout her life and taught music both as a…

Estella Frankel (1902-2001), a second-generation Russian-American, was a Wilmington based violinist who began learning violin at the age of seven. She was heavily involved in Wilmington’s music scene throughout her life and taught music both as a…