Jewish Legion during the First World War (e-bog) af Watts, M.
Watts, M. (forfatter)

Jewish Legion during the First World War e-bog

875,33 DKK (inkl. moms 1094,16 DKK)
In the autumn of 1917, the British government established three batallions of infantry, for the reception of non-nationalized Russian Jews. Known colloquially as the Jewish Legion, the batallions served in Egypt and Palestine, before their eventual disbandment in the late spring of 1921. By drawing on the testimonies of over 600 veterans, this unique unit is analyzed from within its political a...
E-bog 875,33 DKK
Forfattere Watts, M. (forfatter)
Udgivet 20 oktober 2004
Genrer 1DD
Sprog English
Format pdf
Beskyttelse LCP
ISBN 9780230514546
In the autumn of 1917, the British government established three batallions of infantry, for the reception of non-nationalized Russian Jews. Known colloquially as the Jewish Legion, the batallions served in Egypt and Palestine, before their eventual disbandment in the late spring of 1921. By drawing on the testimonies of over 600 veterans, this unique unit is analyzed from within its political and social context, thus providing fresh insights into Anglo-Jewish relations during the early twentieth century.