The Last Generation of the German Rabbinate

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Following the rise of the Nazis in 1933, over 250 German rabbis and scholars fled to the United States, profoundly influencing American Judaism. This book chronicles their journeys, highlighting the younger members who shaped postwar Jewish congregational life. As they rebuilt their lives, they confronted their painful pasts and the complexities of a divided Germany. Cornelia Wilhelm's meticulous research captures their struggles and triumphs, revealing the emotional depth of their experiences while celebrating their significant legacy in America.