Episode

Major Alfred Mordecai US Army (1804-1887): Can one stay frum at West Point?

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Jewish History with Rabbi Dr. Dovid Katz

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Sep 14, 2026

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3002

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Summary

Robert E Lee chose the Confederacy. George Thomas chose the Union. Which side did Major Mordecai choose?