OPENDOR MEDIA
July 4, 2023

Haym Salomon, largely unknown to many, immigrated to the American colonies just before the outbreak of the War of Independence. With his unique business and language talents, he outwitted British forces on several occasions and his contributions were instrumental in securing American victory and laying the foundation for its independence. He also dedicated himself to building and strengthening the Jewish community in the newly formed United States of America, leaving behind a powerful legacy of faith, resilience, and unity.

JEWISH PRESS Jason Stverak: Haym Salomon: Remembering a Founding Father on Independence Day You won’t find the name Haym Salomon in text books in your local elementary school. U.S. History classes at the finest universities rarely utter his name. But without the dedication of this Polish Jewish immigrant to the American Revolution, the Fourth of July would not be celebrated as Independence Day.