Židovští podnikatelé a exportéři v jabloneckém průmyslu
Jewish entrepreneurs and exporters in the Jablonec industry

Author(s): Petr Nový
Subject(s): Jewish studies, Economic history, Ethnohistory, Recent History (1900 till today), 18th Century, 19th Century
Published by: Židovské Muzeum v Praze
Keywords: Jewish entrepreneurs; glass industry; jewelry export; Jablonec nad Nisou; economic integration; historical events;
Summary/Abstract: This study investigates the history and contributions of Jewish entrepreneurs and exporters in the glass and jewelry industry in Jablonec nad Nisou from the 18th century onwards. It highlights the involvement of Jewish traders in the production and export of glassware and jewelry, their establishment of businesses, and their adaptation to local conditions. The text also discusses the challenges faced by Jewish entrepreneurs, including legal and social constraints, and their efforts to integrate into the local economy. The document provides examples of prominent Jewish businesses and their impact on the regional economy, as well as the role of Jewish community leaders in supporting economic development. Additionally, it examines the influence of historical events, such as the liberalization of the Habsburg monarchy and the rise of antisemitism, on the Jewish business community. The study concludes with a reflection on the legacy of Jewish entrepreneurs in the region and the importance of preserving their contributions to the local industry.

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