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European Anti-Semitism and Israel’s Birth

The roots of Zionism stretch back decades, arguably to the year 70 CE, but antisemitism in Europe throughout the 19th century led activists such as Theodore Herzl to push for an independent Jewish state. Trace the development of Israel, including the 1917 Balfour Declaration, the migration between the wars, and the creation of Israel in 1948.

English
  • Runtime 28 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Production Company United States The Great Courses
  • Created January 13, 2025 by
    LifeofAF
  • Modified January 13, 2025 by
    LifeofAF