Hanukkah at the White House

While Hanukkah is a religious holiday, its story is rooted in a violent conflict that was very real.

Hanukkah celebrates the triumph of Jewish people over religious persecution.

From biblical lore and Norse mythology to medieval intrigue and modern pop culture, this ominous date has accumulated a disturbing legacy that continues today.

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