The old Amsterdam Synagogue, an historical edifice Which the Nazis largely destroyed during World War II, will be rebuilt as a Jewish historical museum, it was disclosed today, The reconstruction cost will be borne by the Netherlands Government since the 17th Century synagogue is considered a historical monument.
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