AJEX showcases Jewish military heritage at London’s City Hall
Exhibition tells the powerful story of service, sacrifice and the enduring contribution of the Jewish community to British public life
London mayor Sadiq Khan was amongst guests at an AJEX exhibition in the foyer of London’s City Hall on Friday 27 February to promote awareness of Jewish military service and heritage.
Hosted by Andrew Boff, deputy chair of the Greater London Authority, assembly members, staff and visitors explored historic artefacts including medals, the British Jewry Book of Honour, the Record of Honour, and a wartime prayer book written by the Chief Rabbinate.
The showcase also highlighted the vital role of women in service, including the story of veteran Royal Navy senior nursing officer Sue Warner, alongside a rolling presentation on British Jewish military history.
AJEX national chair Jon Tyler’s father, Lt Cdr Alan Tyler, was also featured as part of the exhibition. As the last surviving Royal Navy veteran of the Second World War, his service formed part of the wider narrative of Jewish contribution across generations.
Jon Tyler said: “The stories of Jewish military history, of our community, of London and of our nation are inextricably linked. So it was a great honour to be able to showcase Jewish service to Crown and Country in City Hall.”
Chief executive Fiona Palmer added: “The exhibition was a proud moment for AJEX, bringing our history, our mission and our community into City Hall and ensuring that the contribution of Jewish servicemen and women continues to be recognised at the very centre of London’s civic life.”
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