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Rosen family papers

 Collection
Identifier: Mss 1143

Collection Overview

The collection contains assorted family photographs, correspondence, clippings, newspaper photocopies, and ephemera documenting the Rosen family’s history. Of special focus is the life and work of Sylvan Lewenthal Rosen (1913-1996), former Georgetown mayor (1948-1961) and prominent local attorney. Also included are various genealogical records related to the Rosen family.

Dates

  • Creation: 1938-2015

Creator

Language of Material

Materials in English.

Access Restrictions

This collection has been minimally processed, but is open for research.

Copyright Notice

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The materials from our collections are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study, pursuant to U.S. copyright law. The user must assume full responsibility for any use of the materials, including but not limited to, infringement of copyright and publication rights of reproduced materials. Any materials used for academic research or otherwise should be fully credited with the source.

Biographical Note

The Rosen family moved to Georgetown, South Carolina, at the turn of the twentieth century. Members of the family opened their first business in Georgetown in 1911. Brothers Sylvan and Meyer Rosen, who grew up in Georgetown, founded their law firm Rosen & Rosen following the end of World War II. Sylvan Rosen served as Mayor of Georgetown from 1948 to 1961. In 1995, a bridge spanning the Sampit River was named in honor of Sylvan’s service to his community.

Extent

0.5 linear feet (1 document box)

Collection Arrangement

Materials are described at the box level.

Acquisitions Information

Materials were donated in 2015 by Benedict Rosen.

Related Material

Related materials in Special Collections include an oral history interview with Sylvan Rosen and Meyer Rosen (Mss 1035-035).

Processing Information

Minimally processed by Lauren McCarter, February 2022.

Source

Subject

Title
Inventory of the Rosen Family Papers, 1938-2015
Status
Minimal Record
Author
Processed by: Lauren McCarter; finding aid created by: Lauren McCarter
Date
2022
Description rules
Dacs
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
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Charleston South Carolina 29424
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