The naval city of Karlskrona and its Jewish entrepreneurs

A unique social history emerges from Karlskrona, Sweden's naval city, revealing the pivotal role of Jewish entrepreneurs within its distinctive maritime environment. This study sheds light on how the Jewish parish of Karlskrona contributed to shaping perceptions and ideas in a Swedish iteration of the international naval city phenomenon. By analyzing historical records and community dynamics, the research uncovers the intersection of cultural, economic, and social factors that defined this coastal urban landscape during its formative years.

Svensson, H. (2015). The naval city of Karlskrona and its Jewish entrepreneurs. International Journal of Maritime History, 27(4), 806–810. https://doi.org/10.1177/0843871415610292