THE MILHIM TAWEEL BRANCH Including “The John and Anna Tweel Story” Revised June 2020 William T. Tweel Jr. MD MPH 0 ABOUT THIS REVISION As I write, we are in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many have not been venturing out except when necessary. But there can be a positive side as well. What better way to bide some of that “confinement” than exploring family history using the many mediums available to us? When I first drafted this document, I did a limited distribution to friends and relatives. Acknowledging there might be errors, I also welcomed additional information as there were knowledge gaps that still and may always remain. Most gratifyingly there was an outpouring of additional “finds” as people began to look at those tucked away pictures and documents. I trust that this expanded revision will be enjoyed as much as the first attempt. Any necessary corrections were made. Unfortunately, I could not include everything brought to my attention; though all was enjoyed immensely. No doubt those kind efforts also brought some good memories. However, I have acknowledged those persons who submitted items actually used. As a sort of disclaimer, a project such as this depends on “soft data”, e.g. the oral histories, penned family documents, constructed trees, important clues in those photographs. Even “official” documents have their discrepancies. Therefore, I can never vouch that the content herein will ever be free from error. But I will always welcome additional information as the document may evolve. With appreciation, W. T. “Ted” Tweel Jr.
[email protected] 1 Table of Contents Preface Chapter I The Taweel Family of Kfeir (Arreph El-Khoury c1960) * Chapter II The Life of Milhim Taweel (William T.