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THBDavid Ben-Gurion TLS, April 1956
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Ben-Gurion, David (1886-1973). Founder of the State of Israel and its first Prime Minister (1948-1953, 1955-1963). TLS, 1p (6 x 7.75 in.) Jerusalem, April 20, 1956 (9th of Iyar 5717). On State of Israel letterhead. To Abba Kushi, Mayor of Haifa. With English translation.
Ben-Gurion apologizes for not participating in the opening of an Industrial Section in the city of Haifa. The situation is forcing us to check every minute. Not only will the Army stand a high test, also the strength of the whole economy and our first industrial opportunity will stand our national test. Sure I am - that our industry will not disappoint. (from the translation)
The reference is unclear, but Arab guerrillas, mostly Palestinian fedayeen, had been mounting attacks from Syria, Egypt and Jordan, eventually focusing along the Gaza strip. These attacks were used by Israel to justify the Sinai Campaign later in 1956, in which Israel invaded Egypt ("Suez Crisis").
David Ben-Gurion had been a Zionist from an early age. He became a leader and eventually Executive Head of the World Zionist Organization. This made him head of the Jewish community in Palestine and he led the fight for the formation of Israel after WWII. He led the nation during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, and is seen as one of the founding fathers of Israel. (See also Lot 296)
Excellent. Two holes punched in right side for inclusion in a binder.Condition
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