They Came for Good

A History of the Jews of the United States. From the first Brazilian Jews who landed on Manhattan Island in 1654 through the end of the 19th century, over 250,000 Jews came to American shores.

THEY CAME FOR GOOD: A HISTORY OF THE JEWS OF THE UNITED STATES
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From the first Brazilian Jews who landed on Manhattan Island in 1654 through the end of the 19th century, over 250,000 Jews came to American shores. Utilizing thoroughly researched letters, diaries and documents of the time, the series also brings to light the first Jewish Americans who made significant contributions to American society. Asher Levy, Louis Moses Gomez, Rebecca Gratz, Uriah Phillips Levy, Levi Strauss, Isaac Leeser, Isaac Mayer Wise, Judah Benjamin, the Warburgs, the Schiffs, and Emma Lazarus are a sampling of the personalities brought to life in this comprehensive series. Each video is 60 minutes. Study Guide included. Part I - Present at the creation 1654-1820. Part II - Taking Root 1820-1880. 120 MIN