

EI Talks... the search for a promised land with Rachel Cockerell
Sep 5, 2024
Rachel Cockerell, an author delving into the quest for a Jewish homeland, shares her insights and personal narratives influenced by her father's immigrant experience in North London. She discusses Theodore Herzl's pivotal role in the Zionist movement and the urgency for a homeland following events like the Kishinev pogrom. Cockerell also explores the Galveston Movement's alternative immigration path, the family's journey amid historical turmoil, and the cultural resilience developed in response to adversity, enriching the conversation with layers of history and identity.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Herzl and the Birth of Zionism
01:56 • 17min
The Melting Pot: Identity and Immigration
19:01 • 4min
The Galveston Movement: A New Path for Immigrants
23:12 • 4min
From Galveston to London: A Jewish Family's Journey amid Historical Turmoil
27:42 • 2min
The Tragic Warnings of Jabotinsky: A Reflection on Jewish History
29:24 • 3min
Cultural Identity and Resilience in Jewish History
31:54 • 7min