The Jews of Frankfurt established a second Purim in 1616 in celebration of the downfall of a new Haman who tried to eradicate the local Jewish community.
Who Is the Israeli Who Won 10 Olympic Medals?
During the Holocaust, she escaped the Nazis using forged documents. Only a decade later she was known around the world as one of the greatest Olympic gymnasts of all time. Discover the amazing story of Ágnes Keleti.
Hate in Nazi Germany as Photographed from the Back of a Motorcycle
In 1935, a photojournalist was sent by a Jewish news agency to document the growing anti-Semitism under the rule of Nazi Germany.
The Man Who Developed Krav Maga to Defend Against Anti-Semitic Attacks
Imre Lichtenfeld developed Krav Maga as a method of defensive street fighting against anti-Semitic attacks in the city formerly known as Pressburg.
How Anti-Semitism Robbed the Jewish Miss Europe of Her Crown
Erzsébet Simon faced extreme anti-Semitism despite the glory she brought to her homeland.
The Great 1932 Victory of Bulgarian Jewry Over Anti-Semitism
In 1930s Europe, as evil parties were gaining traction in Bulgaria, the Jews managed – in one famous case – a victory of justice over hatred.
When Anti-Semitism Forced a Champion Jewish Boxer to Throw in the Towel
Motzi Spakow was a prize-winning boxer in Romania for many years until he was forced to give up his title after he was attacked by a mob during a match.
The Golem: Super Villain or Super Hero?
The creature made of clay was brought to life by the name of God to protect the Jewish people. Did it fulfill its purpose?
Who Stood With the Orphans When the Nazis Came?
Meet Doctor Henryk Goldszmit who refused to leave the Jewish orphans to face the Nazis alone.
American Pride and Prejudice at the 1936 Olympics
The story of Jesse Owens at the 1936 Olympics is well known. What is not well known is that Jesse Owens nearly didn’t compete in one of his gold medal wins, just so his Jewish teammates could…
