Jewish War Heroes Online commemorates Jewish war heroes throughout
the world and throughout history who fought bravely in the service of
their countries.
This Web site features some of the heroic deeds of the half million
American Jewish GI's, and of the even greater number of Russian Jewish
soldiers, who fought against the Nazis during WWII. Jewish War
Heroes Online also tells many other powerful, moving stories: of
Jewish Partisans during WWII; of soldiers from all over the world who
journeyed to Palestine to aid the fledgling State of Israel during the
War of Independence; of brave warriors of the Israel Defense Forces,
the Jewish Brigade, the Nili, Irgun, and Palmach; and of heroes in the
armies of Australia, Poland, Morocco, Austria, Germany, South Africa,
Spain and many other nations.
Visit this Web site and you will discover the story of Colonel
David Salisbury Franks, an officer on George Washington's Personal
Staff. Learn about Captain Jack H. Jacobs, who received the
Congressional Medal of Honor when, during the Vietnam War, in spite of
being wounded himself, he saved 14 soldiers under enemy fire. Examine
the career of General Ivan D. Cheryakhovski, a Russian General in the
Belorussian Army during WWII. Reflect on the life of Hannah Szenes,
who volunteered to be parachuted behind enemy lines to save Jews
during the Holocaust. Throughout history and throughout the world,
Jews have left a legacy of heroism in battle.
But often -- largely because of anti-Semitic sentiments -- Jewish
soldiers did not receive recognition for their selflessly courageous
acts. Many heroes never received medals, and their deeds were ignored.
Jewish War Heroes Online includes those who officially received
medals or citations for brave actions in wartime, and, of course,
acknowledges biblical war heroes as well. But we also celebrate many
soldiers who fought without recognition -- men and woman who fought
with the Partisans during WWII, and fallen or missing soldiers
throughout the ages. Jewish War Heroes Online serves to
remember and honor these many brave individuals for their bravery and
courage.