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Who placed Palestine under British Administration after World War I?
Who placed Palestine under British Administration after World War I?
What did the League of Nations support in Palestine?
What did the League of Nations support in Palestine?
What event led to an uprising by Palestinians from 1936 to 1939?
What event led to an uprising by Palestinians from 1936 to 1939?
Which area of Palestine was held by Jordan after Israel declared independence?
Which area of Palestine was held by Jordan after Israel declared independence?
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What did the UN decide to do with Jerusalem in the partition plan?
What did the UN decide to do with Jerusalem in the partition plan?
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Study Notes
Historical Background of Palestine
- After World War I, the League of Nations placed Palestine under British Administration as part of the mandate system.
- The mandate was intended to prepare the territories for self-governance, while Britain was tasked with establishing a political framework.
League of Nations' Support
- The League of Nations endorsed the Balfour Declaration, which promised support for a Jewish homeland in Palestine.
- This endorsement highlighted conflicting national aspirations between Jewish and Arab populations.
Palestinian Uprising (1936-1939)
- Widespread Arab discontent led to an uprising from 1936 to 1939, known as the Arab Revolt.
- The revolt was sparked by escalating tensions due to Jewish immigration and land purchases in Palestine, which Palestinians viewed as a threat to their rights and land.
Jordan's Control Post-Israel's Independence
- After Israel declared independence in 1948, Jordan gained control of the West Bank area of Palestine.
- This annexation was significant in shaping the territorial landscape of the region.
UN Partition Plan and Jerusalem
- The United Nations proposed a partition plan in 1947 to divide Palestine into separate Jewish and Arab states.
- Jerusalem was designated as an international city, with special status due to its religious significance to multiple faiths.
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Test your knowledge about the history of Palestine and its ongoing conflict. Explore the events that shaped the region, from the League of Nations' involvement to the creation of a Jewish National home. Understand the global implications and the denial of human rights that persist to this day.
