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Louis Marshall
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- Book Synopsis
- In his 72 years, Constitutional attorney Louis Marshall led an extraordinary life. His impact on his community, his nation, and his era established him as one of the great pride-filled Jews of the twentieth century. Now, in this epic biography, Marshall's incredible story is told in vibrant detail.<p> Born in Syracuse, New York, in 1856 to poor German immigrants, Marshall persevered despite his humble beginnings and became a prominent lawyer in New York City. He attained a reputation as a fierce defender of individual rights, a passionate environmentalist, humanitarian, philanthropist, and community leader, defending his fellow Jews and all Americans who faced racial or religious discrimination.<p> Marshall was one of the founders of the American Jewish Committee, as well as a member of the boards of the NAACP and New York State College of Forestry. He was also a trustee of Syracuse University. In 1914, Marshall was a leader in organizing relief organizations to aid Jews suffering from the ravages of World War I and later served on the Jewish-American delegation to the Paris Peace conference. His death in 1929 left a void no one could fill.<p> Written with grace and style, this biography pays tribute to one of history's most dedicated Americans.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9780595488827
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- iUniverse, (07 July 2008)
- Number of Pages
- 240
- Weight
- 499 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 229 x 152 x 18 mm
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