Lot 575
Israeli Declaration of Independence Print. Israel's Declaration of Independence, First Printing. Israel's Provisional Government Official Bulletin No. 1, 14 May 1948, with the complete Declaration of Independence, 3 pages, 13½ x 8¼ in., undated. In Very Good condition, with some edge wear, minor foxing, and a few small holes. Very rare and a most historic document.
At 4:00 pm on Friday, May 14, 1948, David Ben-Gurion proclaimed the establishment of the State of Israel. His reading of Israel's Declaration of Independence was broadcast to Jews all over the country. Ben-Gurion became the first Prime Minister of the new state, which was quickly recognized by the United States and the USSR.
It begins: "THE LAND OF ISRAEL was the birthplace of the Jerwish people. Here their spiritual, religious and political identity was formed. Here they achieved independence and created a culture of national and universal significance. Here they wrote and gave the Bible to the world." It further states: "We offer peace and unity to all the neighboring states and their peoples, and invite them to cooperate with the independent Jewish nation for the common good of all."
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.
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