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Jewish Migrants in Britain: Stereotypes and Struggles by rtvinland is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Jewish migrants in England often became Prize Agents, buying and selling goods captured by pirates, which led to negative stereotypes of Jews as criminals. Many poorer Ashkenazi Jews worked as pedlars, selling various goods but faced accusations of criminality despite a lack of evidence. Additionally, anti-Jewish laws restricted their job opportunities and imposed extra taxes on them, further marginalizing the Jewish community in Britain.

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rtvinland

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EN