Abstract
Established in 1929, the Jewish Agency played a crucial role in the development of the Zionist cause and the creation of the present state of Israel. The Agency had a key role in organizing Zionist activities and aiding Jewish immigration to Palestine under British rule. It concentrated on goals such as acquiring property, promoting economic growth, fostering social cohesion, and advocating for Jewish rights diplomatically. This research study explores the multifaceted activities of the Jewish Agency, extending beyond its diplomatic initiatives. The goal is to investigate a wider variety of activities carried out by the Agency, such as land acquisition and the construction of the Israeli state's foundations and assess their influence on Israel's founding. This analysis will use a comprehensive approach, examining various sources such as archives, interviews, and studies to uncover fundamental themes in the Agency's activities – ranging from land acquisition to the construction of social infrastructure. These will be contrasted to previous nation-building initiatives, taking into account the unique context of pre-Israel Palestine. The study will assess the Agency's efficacy and long-term influence on forming the newly established state. The article reveals the diverse role of the Jewish Agency in the establishment of Israel, highlighting its many activities beyond acquiring property. This study highlights the crucial role of the Jewish Agency in the establishment of Israel, going beyond acquiring property to include diverse nation-building activities.
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Haseena Sultan, Zhengzhou University, China
Tajwar Ali, Qilu Institute of Technology, China
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Conference: IICAH2025
Stream: History/Historiography
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Sultan H., & Ali T. (2025) From Land Acquisition to Nation-Building: Exploring the Jewish Agency’s Diverse Actions in Establishing Israel ISSN: 2432-4604 – The IAFOR International Conference on Arts & Humanities – Hawaii 2025 Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 165-175) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2432-4604.2025.15
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2432-4604.2025.15
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