From Russia to Texas: the search for a Jewish homeland
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Galveston as a Welcoming Place for Jewish Immigrants
This chapter explores how Galveston became a welcoming city for Jewish immigrants, contrasting it with New York. It delves into the initial impressions and assimilation struggles of Russian Jewish immigrants in Texas, highlighting the unique challenges they faced. The chapter also discusses the family connection of the speaker to the Galveston movement, early Zionism, and the debates surrounding Jewish territorialism.
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