Provides a thorough description of the role Jews played in the American Civil War, and proves that the contributions of these soldiers far exceeded what has been previously believed. The author meticulously documents Jewish fatalities in all the major Civil War battles, the places of final repose for these men, and the circumstances of their deaths and relevant documents. Where They Lie is an impressive and moving living document for these soldiers.
Reviews
We can read Mel Young's volume as a way of honoring those Jewish dead who answered the call of North and South and made the ultimate sacrifice. * American Jewish Archives Journal *
An engrossing study of Jewish Americana. Useful for both the circulating and reference collections. * AJL Newsletter *
...an indispensable researcher's tool, and a'must' for the library of anyone who is interested in Jewish American history, or is a Civil War 'Buff'. * Michigan Jewish History *
The author has done a commendable job of researching the topic. This volume can be recommended to Jewish Civil War buffs and students of Jewish history. * Civil War News *
Young has truly said Kaddish in his own way by reverently retelling the often forgotten stories of the Jews who died fighting for the North and South. * Civil War News *
The importance of this book lies in the fact that it fills a gap in the history of American Jews....The book also features personal letters as well as official testimonies. Thus, Young has compiled a record that adds to materials documenting human aspects of the Civil War. * CHOICE *
An engrossing study of Jewish Americana. Useful for both the circulating and reference collections. * AJL Newsletter *
...an indispensable researcher's tool, and a'must' for the library of anyone who is interested in Jewish American history, or is a Civil War 'Buff'. * Michigan Jewish History *
The author has done a commendable job of researching the topic. This volume can be recommended to Jewish Civil War buffs and students of Jewish history. * Civil War News *
Young has truly said Kaddish in his own way by reverently retelling the often forgotten stories of the Jews who died fighting for the North and South. * Civil War News *
We can read Mel Young's volume as a way of honoring those Jewish dead who answered the call of North and South and made the ultimate sacrifice. * American Jewish Archives Journal *
...thoughtful, sensitive and fascinating accounts.... * St. Louis Jewish Light *
...told lovingly, reverently....Included within Young's study are letters, battle reports, maps, newspaper accounts, photographs of gravestones and individuals, military service records and Jewish Medal of Honor winners. A masterful attempt is made to frame each death in the general circumstances of the war.... * America's Civil War *
Mel Young's work should be given to every American Jewish child. They need to know that in our nation's most difficult days, fighting Jews were there. * The Jewish Veteran *
Having served as the VII Corps Jewish Chaplain during Operation Desert Shield-Desert Storm, I have come to appreciate more acutely the role of the Jewish soldier in combat operations. Mel Young's portrait... has brought to light an important segment of American Jewish history.... -- Kenneth J. Leinwand, Chaplain (Major) U.S. Army, VII Corps Jewish Chaplain * The Jewish Veteran *
...a unique contribution... -- Alain D. Satin, Hebrew Union College * The Jewish Veteran *



Book Information
ISBN 9780819186126
Author Mel Young
Format Paperback
Page Count 330
Imprint University Press of America
Publisher University Press of America
Weight(grams) 476g
Dimensions(mm) 228mm * 149mm * 25mm