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This Concurrent Resolution commemorates the 125th anniversary of the Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America (JWV), recognizing its founding in 1896 by Civil War veterans to combat anti-Semitism. The resolution highlights the JWV's long history as the oldest continuously active veterans organization, detailing its advocacy for Jewish soldiers, support during wartime, fight for civil rights, provision of veterans services, and significant achievements such as boycotting German goods after Hitler's rise to power, contributing to the war effort during World War II, supporting the GI Bill, and participating in the 1963 March on Washington. It also acknowledges the JWV's ongoing work through its foundation and its presence in New Jersey, resolving to transmit copies of this commemoration to the JWV's National Commander.