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Russia - Jewish Ludmir: The History and Tragedy of the Jewish Community of Volodymyr-Volynsky: A Regional History (Jews of Poland)

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Book Synopsis: This volume is a brief history of the Jewish community of Volodymyr-Volynsky, going back to its first historical mentions. It explores Jewish settlement in the city, the kahal, and the role of the community in the Va’ad Arba Aratsot, and profiles several important historical figures, including Shelomoh of Karlin and Khane-Rokhl Werbermacher (the Maiden of Ludmir). It also considers the city’s synagogues and Jewish cemetery, and explores the twentieth-century history of the community, especially during the Holocaust. Drawing on survivor eyewitness testimonies, the author pays tribute to the town’s Righteous among the Nations and describes efforts to preserve the memory of its Jewish community, including the creation of the Piatydni memorial, and lists prominent Jews born in Volodymyr-Volynsky and natives of the city living abroad. This book will be of interest to historians of the Jewish communities and the Holocaust in Ukraine, as well as to the general reader. Read more

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Discover the rich and tragic history of the Jewish community in Volodymyr-Volynsky with the Jewish Ludmir book. This fascinating volume takes you on a journey through time, exploring the settlement of Jews in the city and their important role in the Va'ad Arba Aratsot. Learn about influential figures like Shelomoh of Karlin and the legendary Maiden of Ludmir, Khane-Rokhl Werbermacher. Delve into the city's synagogues, Jewish cemetery, and uncover the devastating impact of the Holocaust on this community.

Authentic and compelling, this book paints a vivid picture of the Jewish community's struggles and triumphs, drawing on survivor eyewitness testimonies. It pays tribute to the unsung heroes, the Righteous among the Nations, who risked their lives to save Jews during the Holocaust. Through its meticulously researched content, the book also sheds light on efforts to preserve the memory of Volodymyr-Volynsky's Jewish community, including the creation of the poignant Piatydni memorial.

Whether you are an avid historian, researching the Jewish communities and the Holocaust in Ukraine, or a curious reader looking to gain insight into an important chapter of history, this book is a must-read. Immerse yourself in the lives of prominent Jews born in Volodymyr-Volynsky and discover the impact of their heritage, even on those living abroad.

Experience the power of historical storytelling with Jewish Ludmir: The History and Tragedy of the Jewish Community of Volodymyr-Volynsky: A Regional History. Don't miss out on this captivating exploration of a community's past, order your copy today!

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