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A Pacifist at Iwo Jima: Rabbi Roland Gittelsohn from Pulpit to the U.S. Marine Corps' Bloodiest Battle
A Pacifist at Iwo Jima: Rabbi Roland Gittelsohn from Pulpit to the U.S. Marine Corps' Bloodiest Battle
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Rabbi Roland Gittelsohn was a scholar and pacifist who volunteered to serve as a chaplain in the US Navy after the attack on Pearl Harbor. He was the first rabbi deployed with the Marine Corps and was present at the bloody battle of Iwo Jima. At war's end, he gave a famous speech known as the Gettysburg Address of World War II.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 277 pages
Publication date: 09 March 2022
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc
Rabbi Roland Gittelsohn, a renowned scholar and vocal pacifist, played a significant role in the 1930s. However, his perspective underwent a remarkable transformation following the attack on Pearl Harbor. Determined to contribute to the war effort, he voluntarily enlisted as a chaplain in the United States Navy. Gittelsohn's remarkable journey led him to become the first rabbi ever deployed with the Marine Corps, where he witnessed the harrowing battle at Iwo Jima. As the war drew to a close, he delivered a renowned speech, known as the Gettysburg Address of World War II, which left an indelible impact on the world.
This biography is compiled from a variety of sources, including Gittelsohn's personal papers, which trace his family's emigration from Russia to the United States. It encompasses the backdrop of the growing antiwar movement following World War I, the training of military chaplains, and the prevalence of anti-Semitism within their ranks. These events provide valuable context for understanding Gittelsohn's life, including his illustrious postwar career and his service on President Harry S. Truman's Committee on Civil Rights.
Rabbi Roland Gittelsohn's unwavering commitment to peace and his willingness to serve his country during a time of great conflict exemplify his profound dedication to social justice and humanitarian ideals. His legacy continues to inspire generations, reminding us of the power of compassion, understanding, and the pursuit of a more peaceful world.
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476687414
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