Phyliss Mary Peixetto
Phyliss Mary Peixetto
(The "x" in Peixetto is pronounced "z".)
She was a descendant of a man by that name, who led the entire Jewish Community of America. There is a well‑known painting in the Library of the US Congress, showing him with a Jewish delegation which was congratulating George Washington on his victory over the colonial power and assuring him of their loyalty.