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Today in Jewish History - June 4 / Iyar 27

1936 June 4, LEON BLUM (1872-1950) (France)

Leon Blum
Became the first Jew to be elected premier of France. Blum, a socialist, instituted the 40 hour work week and many important social reforms. His government, lasting only one year, fell over lack of parliamentary support for his financial program.


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