The American Jew as Patriot, Soldier and Citizen

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The American Jew as Patriot, Soldier and Citizen

by Simon Wolf

EN·~15 hours·37 chapters

Chapters

37 total
1

THE AMERICAN JEW AS Patriot, Soldier and Citizen

0:22
2

Editor's Preface.

5:13
3

ERRATA.

0:38
4

B'NAI B'RITH ORPHANS' HOME, ATLANTA, GA.

1:19
5

INTRODUCTION.

26:18
6

JEWISH PATRIOTS OF THE REVOLUTIONARY PERIOD.

3:51
7

A SKETCH OF HAYM SALOMON.

17:50
8

Bibliographical Note.

4:27
9

INCIDENTS ILLUSTRATIVE OF AMERICAN JEWISH PATRIOTISM.

37:16
10

JEWISH SOLDIERS IN THE CONTINENTAL ARMIES.

14:48

Description

An earnest appeal to anyone seeking a clearer view of America’s past, this work tackles the stubborn prejudice that has long clouded the contributions of a vibrant community. By pairing rigorous historical records with the testimonies of notable leaders, it reveals how Jewish Americans have repeatedly stood at the forefront of the nation’s fight for liberty, from the early frontier to the formation of modern institutions. The author argues that ignorance and bias often feed one another, and that a truthful account of history can help dissolve both.

The narrative is assembled with meticulous care, drawing on army lists, civic archives, and personal recollections to paint a comprehensive picture of dedication and sacrifice. Beyond scholarship, the book reflects a spirit of philanthropy, dedicating any proceeds to charitable causes supporting vulnerable members of the community. Listeners will come away with a deeper appreciation of how this often‑overlooked group helped shape the United States and why recognizing their legacy matters today.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~15 hours (907K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Moti Ben-Ari and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net.

Release date

2014-10-16

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Simon Wolf

Simon Wolf

1836–1923

An immigrant who rose to prominence in Washington, he built a long career as a lawyer, diplomat, writer, and outspoken defender of Jewish civil and religious rights. His life traces a vivid path through 19th- and early 20th-century American public life.

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