Denmark’s bankruptcy gave Rothschild the opportunity he had been pursuing for 30 years, leaving a wake of furious Christian bankers behind him.
A branch opens in London and the founder now changes to Family Rothschild, but Judaism remains uppermost. Napoleon’s invasion forces the Rothschilds underground and secrecy, diplomacy and speed become the bywords of the dynasty.
Trip Details:
Join us in exploring Jewish history across Austria, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia with Rabbis Aubrey Hersh and Akiva Tatz.Limited spots available—contact Giana at
[email protected] for details.
Chapters
00:00 The Rise of the Rothschild Dynasty
02:50 The Rothschild Family Structure and Dynamics
08:56 Challenges and Triumphs in the Ghetto
11:47 The Impact of War on Rothschild's Wealth
15:07 The Role of Secrecy in Rothschild's Success
18:00 The Legacy of Charity and Community
20:54 Political Maneuvering and Emancipation
24:11 The Rothschilds and the Napoleonic Wars
26:59 The Transformation into International Bankers
33:04 The Enduring Legacy of the Rothschild Family