Jewish men fought in every branch of service and in every theater of war. They were held as POWs and awarded honors for merit and valor. Thousands were wounded and 11,000 were killed in action. Ten thousand Jewish women joined up as well, disregarding their parents’ warnings that the military “was no life for a nice Jewish girl.” In the midst of it all, they fought a second, more private battle, against anti-Semitism within the ranks. They endured slurs and even violence from their fellow servicemen, and often felt forced to prove their courage and patriotism.

All the while, they observed their religion, far from home. Jewish men and women sought solace in their faith and celebrated holidays overseas, even on the frontlines. Some went without rations for days to keep kosher, and many carried a small prayer book with them on every mission.

DETAILS

• Format:
  Feature-length documentary


• Length:
  65 minutes


• Status:
  DVDs and available for screenings.
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• Filmmakers:
  Nancy Spielberg, Consulting Producer
  Lisa Ades, Producer/Director
  Amanda Bonavita, Producer
  Maia Harris, Writer
  


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