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Steinfeld also became known for philanthropy, supporting educational, civic, and charitable causes. His postwar record combined entrepreneurship with a commitment to the community that had received him as a refugee. He died in 2019. | Steinfeld also became known for philanthropy, supporting educational, civic, and charitable causes. His postwar record combined entrepreneurship with a commitment to the community that had received him as a refugee. He died in 2019. | ||
Manfred graduated with the 17th class at Camp Ritchie, as did Richard Schifter who was one of the men featured in the documentary film “The Ritchie Boys”. He became a naturalized citizen. | |||
In March 1943, Steinfeld entered United States Army, is sent to Camp Roberts, California for basic infantry training and then later the Army Specialized Training Program at the City College of New York. | |||
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* 23 March 1923 — Basic training with 79th Infantry Training Battalion. | * 23 March 1923 — Basic training with 79th Infantry Training Battalion. | ||
* Born 29 April 1924. | * Born 29 April 1924 in Germany (Jewish). | ||
* 8 May 1944 — Graduated with Class 17 as German linguist. | |||
* 14 June 1944 — Promoted to S/Sgt. | * 14 June 1944 — Promoted to S/Sgt. | ||
* January 1944 — Steinfeld goes to London to military intelligence headquarters for the U.S. Army. | * January 1944 — Steinfeld goes to London to military intelligence headquarters for the U.S. Army. | ||
* Became naturalized citizen. | * Became naturalized citizen. | ||
* Entered Class 17 (German). | |||
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