Object numberM2010/017:003
DescriptionLetter hand-written in German from Czeslaw (or Czeslaus) Altmajer (a non-Jewish) political prisoner in Sachsenhausen concentration camp to his brother Stephan Altmajer in Zamosc district of Lublin, Poland. Letter written on camp stationary - a special letter form with the camp letter-head. The letter is dated 27/05/1942. The letter asks repeatedly for further communication, and thanks them for the photo he has just received, it states that he is healthy.
Czeslaw Altmajer was arrested, aged 24, by German authorities on 19 June 1940 in Lamosc, Lublin and held in Sachsenhausen concentration camp. He was released on 2 May 1945.
Czeslaw Altmajer was arrested, aged 24, by German authorities on 19 June 1940 in Lamosc, Lublin and held in Sachsenhausen concentration camp. He was released on 2 May 1945.
Production date 1944-05-27
Object nameletters
Materialpaper
Dimensions
- length: 204.00 mm
width: 150.00 mm
Language
- German From: Altmajer Czeslaus 27.05.1944
To his brother Stefan
Dear Stefkee!
For a long time now I have no news from you. Either you have no time or it may be something else? Do write more often so I know what’s happening with you. I am in good health and feeling well. Last week I got a parcel from mother for which I thanked her. I also heard from you, with thanks, especially the photographs which gave me great pleasure. Do write more often about your life and the family and no need to worry about me. Best wishes to you Ireny Mareczka and parents Cesick.
[see other letters for translation of camp letterhead]
Credit lineSydney Jewish Museum Collection, Donated by Czeslaw Altmajer