
'The Last Ships from Hamburg' recalls the plight of Jewish refugees before WWI
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Journey Conditions, Steamships, and Origins of Persecution
Exploring the contrasting ship conditions for Jewish refugees pre-WWI and the pivotal role of steamships in revolutionizing travel safety and speed, with insights into state-sponsored anti-Semitism origins in Russia.
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