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The JDC at 100: A Century of Humanitarianism

George R.R. Martin

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The JDC at 100: A Century of Humanitarianism

The Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) is the world's leading Jewish humanitarian organization. For 100 years, the JDC has provided vital aid and assistance to Jewish communities in need around the world.

The JDC was founded in 1914 in response to the outbreak of World War I. The war had caused widespread devastation and suffering, and the JDC was established to provide relief to Jewish communities in war-torn Europe. In the years that followed, the JDC continued to provide aid to Jewish communities in need, including during the Holocaust and the Cold War.

After the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, the JDC expanded its work to include providing aid to Jewish communities in the former Soviet Union. The JDC has also been active in providing assistance to Jewish communities in other parts of the world, including in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

The JDC at 100: A Century of Humanitarianism

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The JDC's work has touched the lives of millions of people around the world. The organization has provided food, shelter, medical care, and other essential services to those in need. The JDC has also been a leading advocate for human rights and social justice.

The JDC at 100: A Century of Humanitarianism is a comprehensive and engaging account of the JDC's work over the past century. The book traces the JDC's origins in the aftermath of World War I through its work during World War II, the Cold War, and the post-Soviet era. It also explores the JDC's role in providing humanitarian aid and assistance to Jewish communities around the world.

The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and maps, and it includes an extensive bibliography and index. The JDC at 100: A Century of Humanitarianism is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of humanitarian aid and the role of the JDC in the world.

Praise for The JDC at 100: A Century of Humanitarianism

"A comprehensive and engaging account of the JDC's work over the past century. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of humanitarian aid and the role of the JDC in the world." - Library Journal

"A rich and detailed history of the JDC's work over the past century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of humanitarian aid and the role of the JDC in the world." - Publishers Weekly

"A fascinating and inspiring account of the JDC's work over the past century. The book is a testament to the power of compassion and the importance of humanitarian aid." - The New York Times