Chaldeans in Detroit (Images of America)

Some of the pictures could have been enhanced by the publisher.

Great for my Ancestry Library for both mine and my husband's family histories to give us a better picture of what it was like living there during those times.

My father was the man on the far left. The man next to him was my mothers uncle. When I was little, the family would go to this island which was close to downtown Detroit and across from Windsor in Canada. I used play in that fountain.It was great to see this. Thak you very much. Jim Cassa

Wonderful book. Ordered Multiple for family and Friends

This is an amazing book written by my friend Jacob Bacall. His presentation about our Chaldean culture as it exists today not only in SE Michigan, but as Chaldean Americans is spot on. He takes a very complicated history of an ancient people and presents it to a place where all can understand and feel the uphill climb our people constantly faced for generations both in Iraq and in Detroit. I forced my kids to read it, and they both had a much better understanding of what is meant to be Chaldean in Detroit.From our parents being un-accepted in their native land in Iraq, to the struggles of generations of Chaldeans who came to SE Michigan ,to us modern day 2nd generation Chaldeans who continue to be proud of our Chaldean heritage, but also have assimilated with the American way of life to become doctors, lawyers, businessmen, and more importantly a fabric of the community of Detroit, a city itself that is known for its grit and underdog mentality.Jacob has done a masterful job of describing all of this with many photos , facts, and anecdotes from pioneers in our community. I know this was more than just writing a book for Jacob, but a part of his legacy he wanted to leave to not only younger generations but to all to better understand our people both in the present and past. I thank you Jacob Bacall and all the other trailblazers in our community , as our generation (those born after 1970) never truly knew what it took for our parents and those like them who gave up everything to come to this wonderful country for their future generations, Thankfully, these pioneers managed to keep many of the customs and traditions (like family, foods, and work ethic) that we need to hold the torch for our future generation and this book only documents all of it.If you'd like to learn more about modern day Chaldeans this book is a must read for you and your family.Thanks Again Jacob

I absolutely love this book and am so proud of the contribution Jacob Bacall made to the whole community with this book. The story needed to be told and he did it! It is a fantastic lens into the Chaldean community and educational to Chaldeans and our non-Chaldean friends and neighbors. It is definitely a great read for researchers and anybody looking to work in and/or help the community.

My compliments to author Jacob Bacall for this very interesting book, Chaldeans in Detroit. I not only received an autographed copy for myself, but I purchased more than 24 copies from the author and distributed them as gifts to my Chaldean friends. There is a rich history for the Chaldean people, especially in this area for which I have served as Mayor for 20 years. I congratulate Jacob and the leaders of the community for the valuable part they played, and continue to play. An outstanding book, Jacob! Well-done. I highly recommend it for fans of Arcadia's "Images of" series, not just the Chaldean community. Jerry

Love the book