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Tropical Zion

General Trujillo, FDR, and the Jews of Sosúa
Pages
480
Published
2009
Language
English

Synopsis

Discover the compelling story of Sosúa, a unique haven in the Dominican Republic established for Jewish refugees fleeing Nazi persecution during World War II. This historical account examines the complex interplay of international diplomacy, the motivations of leaders like Franklin D. Roosevelt and Rafael Trujillo, and the challenges faced by those seeking a new life amidst a backdrop of colonization and shifting global politics.