"Freedom is a reality that everyone deserves."

- Major General Sid Shachnow (U.S. Army ret.)


"Remember, freedom is not free.
Each generation pays a price." - Sidney Shachnow

 


     " Sid is a Holocaust victim. A survivor of the most unspeakable, totalitarian brutality. A situation that most of us cannot begin to comprehend.

     He was able to love:love his family, love his fellow human beings, and love his country. Sid's saga reperesents the best of the human race and the best of America's boundless opportunities.

     I know of no one in our military or public service in the United States that has contributed more of himself to your nation that Sid has..." - General Downing


     I know of no one in our military or public service in the United States that has contributed more of himself to your nation that Sid has..." - General Downing



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"Hope and Honor" - Sid Shachnow


"It was hard to believe where I had come from and how lucky I have been. I will always be grateful to this country for giving me the opportunities and choices." - Sid Shachnow




"We were all humans, with a heart, bones, blood, and muscle. Where does hate come from?" - Sid Shachnow




"I remember how American GIs had inspired me as a young immigrant boy and ignited my dreams for FREEDOM and a better life. This sparked my imagination and brought my dreams into reality." - Sid Shachnow