The Life of David Ben-Gurion - World Jewish Congress

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The Life of David Ben-Gurion

David Ben-Gurion, one of the primary founders of the State of Israel and the first prime minister, was born on October 16, 1886. We pay tribute to the man who dedicated his life to providing a home for the Jewish people.

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