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60 years ago: Rescue of Czech Torah scrolls to London

Celebratory service with tora scrolls ©Louise Morris Photography

1564 Torah scrolls from communist Czechoslovakia were brought to the Westminster Synagogue in London on February 4, 1964. There they were restored and given on permanent loan to Jewish communities all over the world. The Westminster Synagogue and the Memorial Scrolls Trust celebrated the 60th anniversary of their arrival with a celebratory service. More here.

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