substantial percentage of Luxembourgers left the country in the late 19th century, with tens of thousands coming to America—most passed through New York but ultimately settled in the Midwest. Today the Luxembourgish language, considered a Moselle Franconian variety of Germanic, has official status in the country along with German and French. Luxembourgers presently in the city include those in a diplomatic or business capacity, connected with institutions like the Luxembourg American Chamber of Commerce and the Grand Duchy's consulate. Ramath Orah, a synagogue in Morningside Heights, was originally established by Jewish Luxembourgers who fled the country during the Second World War.