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Tag: British Empire

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The Constitution of Palestine (1920-1923)

Sam Aronow · 9 Aug

The video explores the Constitution of Palestine from 1920 to 1923 within the broader context of British Empire administration and mandates.

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#355 - Ex-Brandeis Pres. on Campus Protests, Weizmann's Legacy and American Jewry (Jehuda Reinharz)

Two Nice Jewish Boys · 5 Jun

Professor Jehuda Reinharz discusses Chaim Weizmann's pivotal role in Zionist history, focusing on his influence in securing the Balfour Declaration and his contributions to the Zionist movement.

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History—and Israel—from the Outside In

Motti Golani in Jewish Review of Books · 18 Apr 2023

As Israel approaches its seventy-fifth birthday, the traditional celebrations and nostalgic commemorations will focus mainly on local actors and events.

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Crazy Rich Sephardim

Sarah Abrevaya Stein in Jewish Review of Books · 16 Sep 2020

In "Crazy Rich Sephardim" by Jonathan Kaufman, the author focuses on the interconnected stories of the Sassoon and Kadoorie families, two prominent Sephardic Jewish dynasties.

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Mandatory Service: How the League of Nations Shaped Modern International Relations

Tel Aviv Review · 6 Nov 2017

Prof. Susan Pedersen from Columbia University discusses her book "The Guardians: The League of Nations and the Crisis of Empire," emphasizing the significance of exploring the British Mandate of Palestine within a broader international context.

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Britain's moment in Palestine: Dreams, politics & damage control

Tel Aviv Review · 7 Mar 2016

Prof. Michael J Cohen, author of "Britain's Moment in Palestine: Retrospect and Perspective," discusses the British mandate in Palestine spanning 30 years which began with promise but ultimately impacted the decline of the British Empire.

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Railroads and Dragon’s Teeth

Jordan Chandler Hirsch in Jewish Review of Books · 27 Feb 2013

The text discusses the role of Arab Bedouins in World War I, particularly in the context of the British defense of the Suez Canal against the Ottoman Empire and German-led forces.