Hy Bershad is the son of Russian/Jewish immigrants, who grew up in New York City during the depression. He recounts his memories of growing up peddling papers on a street corner, his time in Europe during WWII, his injury, and convalescence in England. After the war he became a community organizer and fought for poor and vulnerable populations. His work as an engineer was fundamental to creating the modern hospital and healthcare facilities in New York city. He recounts his world travels, his retirement and the loss of his wife.
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