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She is the founder of the Detroit-based nonprofit organization that manu- Veronika Scott factures coats that trans- form into weather-resis- tant sleeping bags. These unique coats are produced by shelter residents and are donated to the homeless. Veronika's project has been featured on CNN, NPR, PBS and Good Morning America, among others. The event, at a private home, will include a catered luncheon following her presentation. Fee for members is $25 and guests $30. The charge for new members joining at this event is $15 plus a $36 membership fee. RSVP by Friday, Sept. 12. For details, contact Barbara at (248) 481-8580 or Karen at (248) 481-8129. Nominate An Activist For JCRC Award Do you know someone who has made a real difference in the community? The Jewish Community Relations Council invites you to nominate him or her for the 2014 Activist Award. JCRC's Activist Award is given annu- ally to an individual (or couple) who is passionate about the Detroit Jewish com- munity and works to secure the Jewish future by championing Israel's cause, reaching out to our diverse neighbors or advocating on behalf of Jewish interests with our government partners. Nominees need not have a past or current affiliation with the JCRC. JCRC past presidents and current officers and congregational clergy are not eligible to receive the award. To nominate a candidate for the JCRC 2015 Activist Award, visit detroitjcrc.org or call Beverly K. Phillips at (248) 203- 1527. Nominations must be received by Oct. 31. QUICK CLICK ... 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In 1914, 100 years ago, at the outbreak of World War I, Eretz Israel was part of the Turkish Empire. After Turkey joined with Germany, ideas were soon generated regarding the formation of a Jewish combat force to help liberate Eretz Israel. Through the efforts of Vladimir Jabontinsky and Joseph Trumpeldor, the Zion Mule Corps was formed. In 1916, after the ill- fated Gallipoli Campaign, this unit was dissolved. On July 27, 1917, however, the British War Office ordered the organization of a Jewish Legion. The units subsequently formed were known as battalions of the British Army's Royal Fusiliers. More than 10,000 volunteers served in the five Jewish battalions. In its first official action in August 1917, the battalions of the Legion participated in the liberation of Palestine. Five thousand Jewish sol- diers fought along with allied forces in the liberation effort. After WWI ended on Nov. 11, 1918, most of the battalions were discharged. 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