History Laura Chambers History Laura Chambers

What VE DAY Means for America and Its Jews

The Jewish history of Alcatraz prison is rich and complex. Rabbi Rudolph Coffee, an early prison chaplain in California, made efforts to support Jewish inmates by organizing Passover and High Holiday observances, including providing matzo and special meals.

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Culture, History Laura Chambers Culture, History Laura Chambers

The secret Jewish history of Alcatraz

The Jewish history of Alcatraz prison is rich and complex. Rabbi Rudolph Coffee, an early prison chaplain in California, made efforts to support Jewish inmates by organizing Passover and High Holiday observances, including providing matzo and special meals.

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