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January 26, 2026

News & Views presents A German Jew's Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany

Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location:
Merage JCC
1 Federation Way
Irvine, CA 92603

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News and Views presents A German Jew's Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany with author Cindy Handler appearing virtually

Monday, January 26 10 A.M.- 12 P.M.
This book tells the true story of Fritz Oppenheimer, a wealthy German Jewish lawyer and World War I veteran who fled Nazi Germany, joined the U.S. Army in his 40s, and played a crucial role in the denazification of Germany after the war. His work included helping to establish a fair justice system and interrogating top Nazi leaders. 
 
JCC Members: No charge, Public: $10
In Person and Zoom