OperationBenjamin
@OperBenjamin
We identify Jewish soldiers at American military cemeteries mistakenly buried under Latin Crosses and replace their headstones with a Star of David.
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Pvt. Albert Belmont, born Abraham Belkowitz, was a Jewish American photographer and father who left everything behind to fight fascism in WWII. He was killed at just 33 during the Battle of Metz. For nearly 80 years, his Jewish identity was missing, until it was finally…
Major Maxwell Jerome Papurt was a psychologist, OSS officer, and leader beloved by his men. Killed in a WWII POW camp at age 37, he was buried under the wrong symbol for nearly 80 years. In 2022, his identity was finally restored. Today, a Star of David honors him at Lorraine…
What moves her most is the courage of the soldiers who faced hatred and still chose to fight for freedom. To Yvonne, each corrected headstone represents far more than a religious symbol; it’s a restoration of truth, a return of identity, and an act of justice long overdue. Her…
As a non-Jewish member of our organization, Yvonne brings a different perspective to the sacred work of restoring identity and truth to Jewish American soldiers. She often says that while she may not be of the same faith, she shares the same sense of duty, to ensure that every…
We’re proud to spotlight Yvonne Thorburn, a devoted member of our Operation Benjamin team whose compassion and commitment transcend faith and background. Yvonne is the Strategic Business Coordinator and key member of the Mission Team. 1 of 4
From the young men who fought in the trenches of World War I, to the soldiers who stormed the beaches of Normandy, to those who stood in defense of Israel on October 7th, each represents a link in an unbroken chain of bravery, sacrifice, and devotion to something far greater than…
At the unveiling of Siegmund Metzler’s headstone, Patricia Hammond and Matt Redman performed “The Cruel War,” a song of love, loss, and longing. The performance honored the memory of Siegmund Metzler, a German Jewish WWI soldier, and gave voice to our shared grief and…
In the heart of France, beneath a Star of David that now stands in its rightful place, rests PVT Marvin F. Ashkenas- a son, a brother, and a medic whose Jewish identity was lost to war. Nearly 80 years later, it was restored. His truth, his name, his faith remembered forever.…
Private Benjamin Garadetsky, an American Jewish soldier born in Ukraine who gave his life for freedom, could never have imagined the legacy he would leave behind. He was the very first soldier whose headstone Operation Benjamin corrected, and today our entire mission carries his…
We are honored to launch Operation Levi with the German War Graves Commission-restoring the identities of German-Jewish WWI soldiers long buried under crosses. In May, 6 pilot headstones were restored including Landsturmmann Friedrich Rahmer. His great-great-nephew shares its…
Operation Levi: Gedenken und Verantwortung für jüdische Kriegstote Heute durfte ich Dirk Backen, Generalsekretär des Volksbund Deutsche Kriegsgräberfürsorge e. V., und Shalom Lamm, US-amerikanischer Chief Historian von Operation Benjamin, im Bundestag begrüßen. Mit der…
WWII is not only the story of battles-it’s the story of lives cut short. Three Jewish soldiers. One commando from the “Devil’s Brigade.” Two aviators who died together in a burning B-24. Decades later, their families stood in Italy as their headstones were corrected-…
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Rosh Hashanah is a time of renewal. At Operation Benjamin, each restored headstone breathes new life into the memory of our fallen Jewish heroes. This year, we honor their legacy and pledge never to forget. Shana Tova Umetuka- שנה טובה ומתוקה Wishing you a sweet New Year.
2LT Robert Meltzer’s talents led him to Hollywood, where he worked alongside and befriended Charlie Chaplin and Orson Welles. At just 30 years old, he was killed in action, leaving behind his young daughter, Jo Victory. Decades later, Jo ensured her father’s headstone was…
With deep gratitude, we honor Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter, who concluded his tenure as President of Operation Benjamin. A pillar from the very beginning, his vision, scholarship & dedication shaped OB into what it is today. Rabbi Schacter, thank you for building the foundation…
In her childhood home, Mariellen grew up with a photo of a half-brother she never knew- Kenneth E. Robinson, killed in WWII at just 22. His grave bore the wrong symbol. With Operation Benjamin and @usabmc, Mariellen restored Kenny’s legacy. Watch her story:…
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2LT Kenneth E. Robinson
For 79 years, his grave bore the wrong symbol. Simon Goodman, a Jewish American soldier, was killed in France after D-Day. For decades, his grave was mistakenly marked with a cross. On Memorial Day 2023, with his nieces by his side, we replaced it with a Star of David. Watch…
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Remarks by Tarik Adlai, Great Nephew of PVT Simon Goodman
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