7935 let Židů v Tachově, co s tím? Demografická sonda o stavu židovské komunity v Tachově v roce 1921
7935 years of Jews in Tachov, what about it? Demographic survey on the state of the Jewish community in Tachov in 1921

Author(s): Jan Edl
Subject(s): Jewish studies, Ethnohistory, Recent History (1900 till today), Demography and human biology, Interwar Period (1920 - 1939)
Published by: Židovské Muzeum v Praze
Keywords: Jewish community; Tachov; census data; economic activities; World War I; heritage preservation;
Summary/Abstract: The document provides a demographic analysis of the Jewish community in Tachov in 1921, based on census data and other archival sources. It highlights the age distribution, family structures, and economic activities of the Jewish population, noting a significant decline in numbers over the years. The study also examines the living conditions, including housing and employment, and the impact of historical events such as World War I and the subsequent economic crises. The document discusses the challenges in tracing the community's history due to the loss of many original records and the importance of preserving Jewish heritage. It concludes with reflections on the contributions of the Jewish community to the local economy and culture, despite the adversities they faced.

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