Doris Usherovitz

The farm grew various crops and raised livestock. They had luxuries like servants and a modern farmhouse. Doris enjoyed a privileged childhood, learning skills and sports. Though Jewish, they blended traditions, celebrating Christmas too.

In 1939, Nazis occupied Czechoslovakia. Their farm became a base for Czech pilots. Horses were taken. At 10, Doris couldn’t go to school. Her father got a visa to Palestine, but needed an exit visa. A German officer helped him get it.

During Israel's War of Independence, she stayed with her group. She met her husband, Meir, and had her first child. In 1957, they moved to the US to reunite with family.