THE PROPHET IGNORED: VLADIMIR ZE'EV JABOTINSKY AND THE COMING OF THE HOLOCAUST

Cypkin profiles Vladimir Zeev Jabotinsky, a prominent writer, orator, and political leader, who had a premonition that a major catastrophe would strike European Jewry. He warned that Jews were unsafe in Europe, but his words were largely ignored. Jabotinsky's acute intuitive power was rooted in his vast knowledge, keen analytical mind, deep insight, moral courage, and readiness to face problems head-on. He examines Jabotinsky's life and activities, focusing on his assimilated background and his prophetic conclusion about the future of European Jews. It explores the bold thoughts he entertained and the actions he took, including his Evacuation Plan to save European Jews. Jabotinsky's efforts to secure Jewish rights and establish a Jewish state in Palestine are highlighted, as well as his warnings about the rise of Hitler and the need for a Jewish army. Despite facing criticism and opposition, Jabotinsky remained dedicated to his cause until his untimely death in 1940.