"The International Jew" is a four-volume set of anti-Semitic articles published by Henry Ford, the American industrialist and founder of Ford Motor Company, in the early 1920s. The articles were initially serialized in Ford's newspaper, The Dearborn Independent, between 1920 and 1922. Later, they were compiled and published in book form.
The content of "The International Jew" promoted various conspiracy theories and stereotypes about Jewish people, alleging that they were involved in a vast international conspiracy to control finance, media, and politics for their own gain. The articles propagated anti-Semitic myths about Jewish influence in banking, the media, and international affairs, portraying Jews as manipulative and malevolent figures seeking world domination.
Ford's decision to publish and promote these anti-Semitic writings was widely criticized at the time and continues to be condemned today. Despite Ford's later attempts to distance himself from the content of "The International Jew" and apologize for its publication, the damage caused by the dissemination of such hateful rhetoric was significant.
While Henry Ford was undoubtedly a pioneering figure in the automotive industry and made substantial contributions to American manufacturing, his association with "The International Jew" remains a stain on his legacy. The work serves as a reminder of the dangers of bigotry and prejudice, as well as the responsibility of influential figures to use their platforms responsibly and promote tolerance and understanding.
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