Milt Wolff grew up with my maternal grandfather, George. They belonged to the Young Communist League in Brooklyn and Queens, alongside children of many other neighborhood immigrant families. At the age of 22, in 1937, Milt travelled by ship to Spain where he volunteered in the struggle against the right wing Nationalists and their newly-made leader, Francisco Franco. Originally a pacifist, his intention was to work as a medic. His first job was as a stretcher-carrier.
Today, we are getting a front row seat, seeing our own country's fascist tendencies play out. I'm happy to read about Milt. He is an inspiration and a reminder of what our ancestors have gifted us. It's a precious legacy that we must guard for the generations. Thanks, for sharing this story!
Today, we are getting a front row seat, seeing our own country's fascist tendencies play out. I'm happy to read about Milt. He is an inspiration and a reminder of what our ancestors have gifted us. It's a precious legacy that we must guard for the generations. Thanks, for sharing this story!
What a man!
There were many Spanish Fighters volunteering from my country, too. Respect to all whou fouhht fascism there and then, and ever since.