A Letter’s Legacy: Washington, the Founding Presidents, and the Jews·Episode 2·Jul 28, 2026

A Tale of Three Parades

American Jews play prominent roles in celebratory parades in New York and Philadelphia, offering an early sign of the religious freedom taking root in the young republic.

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