Jewish War Veterans Post 1 - Manhattan, NY
Veteran Service Organization
Manhattan - Cooper - Lieutenant Colonel Larry Epstein - Florence Greenwald - Post 1
Manhattan's Jewish Veteran Group
A Jewish Voice for Veterans, a Veteran’s Voice for Jews - building relationships and fellowship between Jews in national security & public safety in the New York City area since 1863.
11/09/2024
The 2024 recipient of the Post 1 Colonel Larry Epstein Award, Rabbi [Colonel Ret.] Jacob Goldstein, a member of Post 1, was honored at a luncheon for his 38 years of service in the New York National Guard. Mazal tov!
In attendance were Post 1 members, patrons, and families. Post 1 Commander Edward Hochman presented Rabbi Goldstein with a framed certificate from the National Museum of American Jewish Military History.
20/05/2024
Congrats to Post Member Lieutenant Junior Grade Laynie Zell!
22/04/2024
Post 1 wishes everyone a Zissen Pesach, a Sweet Passover, and a season of liberation: mind, body, and spirit.
"The Rainbow Haggadah was created by Chaplain Eli Bohnen and his assistant Eli Heimberg for the Passover seder in Dahn, Germany in 1945, over a month before German surrender." - National Museum of American Jewish History
12/03/2024
25/02/2024
We are proud share the writings of Post 1 member Cadet Aidan Djavadi, West Point Class of 2026!
Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A.
The Jews of West Point Being Jewish at West Point is wonderful. We’re a small community, 136 of 4,400, but we’re responsible for representing our people.
31/01/2024
ברוך דיין האמת
Our Post 1 member Hannah Deutsch z"l passed away recently at the age of 101. Hannah was a native of Germany, a Holocaust survivor, and a WWII British Army veteran. Post 1 had the privilege of celebrating her 100th birthday with her in 2022. May her memory be a blessing and an inspiration.
Learn more about her life here
https://www.queensjewishlink.com/index.php/local/21-community-corner/by-susie-garber/9105-mrs-hannah-deutch-celebrates-101st-birthday-at-margaret-tietz
28/01/2024
With all of the holiday excitement, we forgot to post a few pictures of the Post's participation in the West Point Jewish Chapel's Chanukah celebration!
02/01/2024
We at wish our members, patrons, their families, , , , , and all Americans a Happy, Healthy 2024.
remains committed to , to combat antisemitism and all kinds of hatred and bigotry, and to advocate for the benefits and services earned by our veterans and service members.
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25/12/2023
12/12/2023
Governor Hochul affirmed on Saturday that the SUNY system will not tolerate antisemitism. JWV Post 1 condemns antisemitism in all forms, including on our local campuses.
Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A. Governor Kathy Hochul
11/12/2023
As we light the first 🕯️ tonight for , leadership and staff wish a blessed to our members, , , , , , and all who 🕎
BUT - the 🌟whole🌟 story behind Hanukkah❓
It is a celebration of the reclaiming, cleaning, and dedication of the in by the after Antiochus's three-year attempt to eradicate using a mercenary Syrian-Greek Army.
In fact, "Hanukkah" translates to "dedication".
The Maccabees – a mish-mash group of farmers & townspeople armed with little more than bow & arrow, led by Judas Maccabeus – were some of the first !
Learn more about the history behind the Jewish of Hanukkah: https://ow.ly/AcQH50Qg6cI from https://ow.ly/3jC650Qg6cM
21/11/2023
Join JWV Post 1 in raising money for Israel’s Magen David Adom as part of JWV’s Israel Emergency Fund.
The link is:
JWV Israel Emergency Fund By Jewish War Veterans Post 1 Manhattan
24/10/2023
A Jewish Veteran is the oldest living West Point Grad. He has an amazing story! https://www.westpointaog.org/news/wpaog-recognizes-col-r-herbert-i-stern-41-as-the-newest-oldest-living-west-point-graduate/?fbclid=IwAR0k1KTSJYQKMefqh_gGZpBLdW45fw1Z8vJkHltYwhZygrqj0Yh5XeBckjQ
WPAOG Recognizes COL (R) Herbert I. Stern ’41 as the Newest Oldest Living West Point Graduate WPAOG would like to recognize COL (R) Herbert I. Stern ’41 as our Oldest Living West Point Graduate. Born on December 24, 1918, Stern will celebrate his 105th birthday this year.
22/10/2023
The Post 1 Dining Out was a wonderful coming together of Jewish veterans and allies across New York City in community! We shared stories, saw old friends, and made new friends. We were honored to host JWV National Vice Commander and New Yorker Gary Ginsburg.
Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A.
09/10/2023
"JWV's Statement on Hamas Attack on Israel"
https://www.jwv.org/jwvs-statement-on-hamas-attack-on-israel/
19/09/2023
Post 1 would like to wish all of our members, families, and the greater NY Jewish community a new year of blessing and peace!
As 5783 ends and #5784 begins, wishes all members, patrons, their families, and its supporters & partners a happy, healthy, peaceful, sweet .
May you be sealed in the proverbial “Book of Life” for good.
12/09/2023
Post 1 Sponosoring the Oneg at the West Point Jewish Chapel!
27/06/2023
The Yankees win 5-3, rallying from behind in the bottom of the 8th! Thanks to everyone for attending!
11/06/2023
Yankees Baseball Game By Jewish War Veterans Post 1 Manhattan
10/06/2023
Congrats to the USMA Class of 2023! Post 1 attended the West Point Jewish Chapel Baccalaureate service on 25 May. Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A. gifts a kiddish cup to each Jewish graduate.
07/06/2023
Great Event during Fleet Week welcoming our Sailors to Jewish New York! We treated them to dinner at Mr. Broadway. Thanks to Fleet Week New York for organizing everything!
28/05/2023
Remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice on Monday while celebrating and enjoying the freedoms they defended. Join us at 10am at the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (Manhattan) for a wreath laying with JWV Post 1.
🌺 Honoring the Memories 🕊️
On this solemn Memorial Day, we join hands to pay tribute to the brave souls who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. 🇺🇸✨
This day holds profound significance as we remember the heroes who fought valiantly and selflessly in the name of liberty. But today, we want to do more than just remember them; we want to celebrate their lives and honor their memories together. ❤️🎗️
In the comments below, we invite you to share a heartfelt memory of a loved one lost in war or as a result of their service. Let's create a virtual memorial wall filled with stories that pay homage to their courage, love, and unwavering dedication. 💕🙏
Whether it's a cherished anecdote, a photo that captures their spirit, or simply a few words that express the impact they had on your life, let us come together as a community to remember and keep their legacies alive. 📸💭
By sharing these memories, we not only honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice but also offer comfort and support to one another. Let us embrace the strength of unity and find solace in knowing that we are never alone in our grief. 🤝💙
Use the hashtag and tag a friend who might want to participate. Together, let's create a tapestry of remembrance that serves as a reminder of the incredible bravery and resilience of our fallen heroes. 🎗️🕯️
May their memories be eternal, and may their sacrifice never be forgotten. 🌹🇺🇸
23/05/2023