Jews and the Military

Discover the groundbreaking insights in Jews and the Military by Derek J. Penslar, published by Princeton University Press in 2015. This compelling work offers the first comprehensive and comparative exploration of Jewish involvement in military service and their perspectives on warfare, spanning from the 1600s to the establishment of Israel in 1948.

Penslar challenges the stereotype of Jews as reluctant soldiers, revealing a rich history of Jewish engagement in military affairs and their complex attitudes towards conflict. With 376 pages of in-depth analysis, this book is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of identity, military history, and Jewish studies.

Whether you're a scholar, student, or simply curious about the role of Jews in military history, Jews and the Military provides a thought-provoking narrative that reshapes our understanding of Jewish identity and their contributions to warfare throughout history.