It Did Happen Here: Anti-Nazi Activism in Los Angeles

Caroline Luce (UCLA)

Laura Rosenzwein (San Francisco State)

Hitler’s ascent to power in Germany in 1933 gave rise to a wave of shocking, public displays of anti-Semitism in Los Angeles and the formation of several local fascist organizations, including the German American Bund. While some responded to these developments with indifference, Jewish residents actively mobilized their community, forming new organizations to combat both Hitler’s murderous campaign abroad and his local supporters. Historians
Laura Rosenzweig and Caroline Luce will discuss their forthcoming digital exhibit on this little known chapter in Los Angeles history.

Sponsored by the:

UCLA Center for Jewish Studies

Cosponsored by the:

UCLA Department of History