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Letter from H. Labatt to Isaac Leeser Regarding Anti-Semitic Slurs in Louisiana Politics, October 27, 1852

This letter, dated October 27, 1852, was written by H. Labatt of New Orleans, Louisiana to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia. Labatt expresses concern over anti-Semitic attacks targeting J.P. Benjamin and E.W. Moise, prominent Louisiana politicians. The letter highlights the religious prejudice faced by Jewish individuals in the political arena of antebellum Louisiana.

Associated People/Businesses

Leeser, Isaac
LEESER, ISAAC / LABATT, H.

Geography

New Orleans

Subjects

Antisemitism
Political science
19th century
Jews--United States

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 4, Folder 2