Judaism's Bad Boys: An Inside Look at Lesser-Known Jewish Rebellions, Revolts, and Uprisings

Here are five lesser-known episodes of violence and vindication inflicted by Jews throughout our history, including a top-secret underground bullet factory and a last stand of the Great Jewish Revolt.

Jul 18, 2023

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Jews have a long history of rebelling against powers that have tried to quell the free expression of their identity and culture.

These rebellions, revolts, and uprisings over the last 2,500 years epitomize the various guerrilla tactics and spiritual revolutions that Jews have fought in the struggle to maintain their Jewish customs and beliefs, and assert their right to live as Jews both in Israel and the Diaspora.

Here are five lesser-known episodes of extreme violence and vindication inflicted by Jews throughout our history:

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Judaism's Bad Boys: An Inside Look at Lesser-Known Jewish Rebellions, Revolts, and Uprisings

Here are five lesser-known episodes of violence and vindication inflicted by Jews throughout our history, including a top-secret underground bullet factory and a last stand of the Great Jewish Revolt.

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