It didn't surprise me that like every other non-WASP group that emigrated to America, Jewish people were submitted to prejudice and discrimination. While researching this subject, I came across a very sad moment for Jewish Americans. In 1915, a very well to do businessman from Atlanta was lynched, a man named Leo Frank. He was accused of killing a woman in the factory he managed. After his trial, a mob of men dragged him the jail and killed him by lynching. It was only later figured out that he was innocent. This is a tragic story and shows just how dangerous is really was in that time period for a person to be from a different culture, religion, or race. I found a wonderful website that informs people about the history of Jews in America. It was very helpful and insightful. The website is below.
Staci Becker- Post #14
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