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The end of the Jewish quarter of Béjar

Béjar, Sierra de Béjar, Salamanca

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The end of the Jewish quarter of Béjar

Historical milestone · Béjar, Sierra de Béjar, Salamanca

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In the summer of 1492 the Jews of the town were forced to convert in order not to be expelled. The synagogue was dismantled, its silver Torah crowns were sold or confiscated, and the duke, formerly their protector, seized properties.

1492

Photo: Frayle from Salamanca, España (CC BY 2.0)

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