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Lev Toitman

1925 – 2007

Russian Jewish leader

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About Lev Toitman

Lived 1925 – 2007 (aged 81–82). Lev Toitman was a Russian.

Lev Grigorievich Toitman (; 1925 – September 11, 2007) was a soldier in World War II. Toitman is known for the "foundation and revival of the local Jewish community" in Birobidzhan.

Jewish Community leadership Lev Toitman was the Federation of Jewish Communities of the CIS Chairman for Birobidzhan, the capital of the Jewish Autonomous Oblast. During the time of his leadership, the Jewish Community of Birobidzhan had a membership of about 4,500. Lev Toitman led this community from 1997 until he died on September 11, 2007. In 2004, Lev Toitman participated in the 70th anniversary celebration for the Jewish Autonomous Oblast. The anniversary was celebrated with the opening of Birobidzhan Synagogue. Toitman played a role in both the synagogue's construction and opening.

Awards and Medals Lev Toitman was awarded the Order of Friendship in 2005 for organizing the Jewish Community of Birobidzhan. For his service at the front during World War II, and for being seriously wounded in battle, he earned two medals for bravery. Lev Toitman also bore the title 'Honorable Citizen of the Jewish Autonomous Oblast."

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1925
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Also known as
Lev Grigorievich Toitman

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Lev Toitman?

Russian Jewish leader

When was Lev Toitman born?

Lev Toitman was born in 1925.

When did Lev Toitman die?

Lev Toitman died on 11 September 2007.

What nationality was Lev Toitman?

Lev Toitman was Russian.

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· Wikipedia: Lev Toitman

· Wikidata: Q6534785

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