Jewish military personnel of World War II
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During World War II, Jews have served in militaries of numerous nations, including on both Allied and Axis side.
Approximately 1.5 million Jews fought in the regular Allied armies.[1][2] Out of that number, approximately:
- 550,000 Jews served in the US Army[2][3]
- 500,000 Jews served in the Soviet Red Army[2][4]
- 200,000 Jews served in various Polish formations[5]
- 30,000 Jews served in the British Army (including in formations like the Jewish Brigade)[2][6]
- 10,000-15,000 Jews served in the French Army[1]
