Lot 148
The New York Times, May 14, 1948 -- The Day the State of Israel Was Established. Copy of the New York Times on the day the state of Israel was proclaimed. A front-page article is headed, "Zionists To Set Up State On Schedule" and notes that "The state is to be established despite the implied disapproval of the United States…." Other articles refer to the end of the British mandate and the military preparation being mustered by the Arabs for "the bitter fight that is expected to break when the British give up their responsibility for peace in the Holy Land." A fascinating look at the news, dominated by the Middle East, on this eventful day. Estimate $200 - 400
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