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3andahalf centuries of British Jewish Life
c/o 3andahalf centuries Umbrella Group
6 Bloomsbury Square
London
WC1A 2LP
England
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Social History
World Cultures
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General information (Tel)
:
020 7831 4461
E-mail
:
info@britishjews350.org.uk
Website
:
www.britishjews350.org.uk
Description
2006 is a special year, a unique time to remember and celebrate. It marks the 350th Anniversary of the Resettlement of Jews in England, following the expulsion by Edward I in 1290.
In 1656, after the efforts of Rabbi Menasseh Ben Israel and a small group of Spanish and Portuguese Jewish families in London, representations to Lord Protector Oliver Cromwell resulted in permission to reside and practise their religious rites. It was a very English decision. No grand enactment of readmission, but a practical agreement for action. From this quiet beginning, the Jewish community in England grew steadily - in size, achievement and quality of life.
It has been a remarkable journey for the Jewish people, for themselves and for their contribution to the wider British society.
The 350th anniversary provides a platform for the Jewish community to:
* fire the imagination of the Jewish community, young and old
* help the community put its values and achievements into strong focus
* enable the community to come together for a broad range of activities
* help British Jews think back - and look forward
* generate an understanding of the Jewish community’s contribution to national life over the centuries
* show how an immigrant community contributes to Britain
* reach out to other communities and promote connection, co-operation and friendship
* help the community share its experience with others
Key artists and exhibits
British Jewish history
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