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British Withdrawal from Palestine
On this day, the British officially withdraw themselves from Palestine, Israel is declared a state. Then, the War of Independence begins. -
Egypt Nationalizes the Suez Canal
Gamal Abder Nasser decides to take the Suez Canal back from France and Britain, this starts the Suez Crisis. Nasser did this hoping that he could make lots of money by charging tolls. -
Palestinian Liberation Organization is Created
The anti-zionist group was formed, in Jerusalem. Their main goal is "the liberation of Palestine" through armed struggle. -
Resolution 242 is Adopted
A United Nations security council resolution that talked of the withdrawal of Israeli forces, peace within secure boundaries, and freedom of navigation. -
Israel-Egypt Peace Treaty
Egypt and Israel attend a special ceremony at the White House to sign a peace treaty that ends 30 years of war.
