Jewish Community and Caribbean Island's Role in American Revolutionary War Highlighted
A new exhibit at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia, titled 'The First Salute,' explores the significant contributions of Jewish communities and the Caribbean island of St. Eustatius during the American Revolutionary War. Jewish people, a small minority in Colonial America, played a crucial role in supporting the Continental Army through their skills in finance and trade. St. Eustatius served as a vital supply point for munitions, facilitated by Jewish merchants, helping to bypass British blockades. The exhibit aims to shed light on the often-overlooked contributions of Jewish individuals and their networks in the fight for American independence. 
