8/1

Robert Oppenheimer

An American theoretical physicist, father of the atomic bomb and a prominent victim of the McCarthy witch-hunt.

22/1

Israel ben Eliezer - the Baal Shem Tov

A mystic and healer and founder of Hasidic Judaism in the 18^th century which emphasised emotions and joy over rationality.

5/2

Camille Pissarro

A 19^th century Danish-French painter, who revolutionised art; the father of impressionism.

19/2

Licoricia of Winchester

The wealthiest medieval English Jewish businesswoman with contacts at the highest levels. What was life like for Jews in England between 1070 and 1290?

5/3

George Weidenfeld

A 20^th century British publisher, philanthropist and Zionist. “the greatest salesperson” and the “world's best networker”.

19/3

Jerome Kern

One of the most important American theatre composers of the early 20^th century. He wrote more than 700 songs, used in over 100 stage works, including classics as Ol' Man River, Smoke Gets in Your Eyes, and The Way You Look Tonight.