Pallone Marks Jewish American Heritage Month with Resolution Honoring Jewish War Veterans

Washington, DC – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ 06) today introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives honoring the 129th anniversary of the Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America. The resolution was introduced during Jewish American Heritage Month and recognizes the group’s historic role in fighting antisemitism, preserving Jewish military history, and advocating for the rights and recognition of all veterans.

Founded in 1896 by Jewish Civil War veterans who came together to reject false claims that Jews had not served their country, the Jewish War Veterans is the oldest active veterans service organization in the nation. The resolution commends the group for more than a century of service, including its leadership in protesting Nazi Germany in the 1930s, helping establish the National Museum of American Jewish Military History, and continuing to support military families and educate the public about the Holocaust.

“Jewish American Heritage Month is a time to lift up the stories of service and sacrifice that are too often overlooked,” Pallone said. “The Jewish War Veterans have defended this country in every major conflict and returned home to defend the truth about that service. This resolution ensures Congress recognizes the generations of leadership they have provided and the work they are still doing today.”

The resolution affirms the importance of the Jewish War Veterans’ mission to preserve history, promote justice and equality, and combat antisemitism in all its forms. It also calls on Congress to continue supporting the organization’s work.

Read Pallone’s full resolution here.