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Iraq· BaghdadBaghdad Jewish Community Museum Opens
A museum dedicated to the history and heritage of Baghdad's Jewish community has opened in the restored Shamash Jewish School.
Background
Iraq has a rich, multi-ethnic, and multi-religious history, though its Jewish community significantly diminished in the mid-20th century. Recent years have seen efforts to acknowledge and preserve the country's diverse cultural heritage amidst ongoing political and security challenges.
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Baghdad Jewish Community Museum Opens
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The opening of a museum celebrating Baghdad's Jewish heritage is seen as a significant effort to preserve and showcase the community's history in Iraq.
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