Ben was born on January 10, 1939, but this date was a fake birthday; his real birthday is Erev Rosh Chodesh Tamuz, July 3, 1943. He was born in Kazakhstan, where he spent his early years before moving to a displaced persons (DP) camp in Germany. Ben has one sister named Goldie. His father worked as a butcher, while his mother was a seamstress.
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During the Holocaust, Ben's family faced numerous hardships. After the war, they left Russia and made their way to a DP camp in Berlin, Germany, where they sought refuge and stability. Ultimately, Ben and his family immigrated to America on June 26, 1950, hoping for a brighter future and a fresh start away from the traumas of their past.
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Ben Milchman interview at Yeshiva of Central Queens - 2023-2024
Yeshiva of Central Queens