We are pleased to share our latest Snapshot of German-Jewish History and Culture: The Wait and the Fight: Creation of the Jewish Brigade, 1939-1944, which is now available to read on our website.
The Jewish Infantry Brigade Group, or simply the Jewish Brigade, was a national Jewish formation of the British Army during WWII, composed of more than 5,000 Jewish volunteers from the Mandatory Palestine. Its creation followed 5 years of intense lobbying and various attempts by the Jewish community to take part in the war. Ultimately, the Brigade became the first and only military unit representing the Jewish people to fight Nazi Germany under a recognized Jewish flag.
Illustrated with photographs from the LBI’s historical Pamphlet Collection, this article by Vlada Malka Pecena traces the story behind the brigade’s formation.
Our Snapshots series highlights rare books, pamphlets, and personal documents from the LBI collections and other relevant archives, offering unique insights into the rich tapestry of German-speaking Jewish life and culture.
