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“The saving of the Jews in Europe did not figure at the head of the list of priorities of the ruling class. It was the foundation of the State which was primordial in their eyes.”

Quote by Tom Segev

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Tom Segev, born on March 1, 1945, is an Israeli historian known for his research on Jewish history and Israeli politics. His work is particularly renowned for its in-depth exploration of the early history of the State of Israel. more

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