Jewish Legion

The Jewish Legion (1917-1921) was the name for five battalions of Jewish volunteers established as the British Army's 38th through 42nd (Service) Battalions of the Royal Fusiliers.

Read more about Jewish Legion:  Background, Official Formation, Action in The Jordan Valley, 1918, Legacy, Gallery, Members of Jewish Legion

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