Jewish History
Haym Salomon: Revolutionary Broker
Haym Salomon played a significant role in saving the newly established United States from financial ruin and was a prominent part of Jewish community affairs.
Russian Jewish Immigration to Mexico
In 1887, Mexico announced it would accept 5,000 Russian Jews if they were willing to settle uncultivated land owned by the government.
Conspiracy Theories and the Jews
From medieval blood libels to the attacks of September 11, Jews have been a favorite subject for conspiracists.
How Coca-Cola Became Kosher
While the iconic soft drink has been on the market since 1886, only since 1935 has it been certified kosher, including for Passover.
The Balfour Declaration Full Text
Britain declares its support for the establishment of a Jewish national home in Palestine.
What Is Herem?
The traditional ban separating a person from the Jewish community.
Albert Einstein
The genius physicist's Jewish activism, while less famous than his theory of relativity, was significant.
Harry Houdini
The world's most famous magician, whose real name was Erich Weisz, was the son of a rabbi.
Righteous Gentiles and Holocaust Rescuers
Some non-Jews stood up to the Nazis, and helped their Jewish neighbors, despite grave dangers.