[GVnana]

Interesting post, but blaming Grant's action on pure anti-semitism seems a little too neat.

The real provocation might be exactly what was said -- the security risk (or perceived risk) of the traders and the activities along very sensitive lines of transport.

Fascinating family history from the author.

Also, what's this stuff about Jews running the blockade? Anyone have more data?

[Eclectica]

Interesting post, but blaming Grant's action on pure anti-semitism seems a little too neat.

We'll have to go to Wikipedia to find out the Truth. ;-)