1949 Menarsha synagogue attack
The Menarsha synagogue attack took place on 5 August 1949 in the Jewish quarter of Damascus, Syria. The grenade attack claimed the lives of 12 civilians and injured about 30. Most of the victims were children.
| 1949 Menarsha synagogue attack | |
|---|---|
| Native name | טבח בית הכנסת אלמנשה בדמשק |
| Location | Damascus, Syria |
| Date | 5 August 1949 |
| Weapons | Hand grenades |
| Deaths | 12 civilians (including 8 children) |
| Injured | ≈ 30 civilians |
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