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Chaim HerzogIsraeli statesman
Date of Birth: 17.09.1918
Country:  Israel |
Content:
- Chaim Herzog: A Statesman of Israel
- Military and Intelligence Service
- Post-War Roles
- Political Career
- Presidency
- Later Life and Legacy
Chaim Herzog: A Statesman of Israel
Early Life and EducationChaim Herzog was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, in 1918 to Yitzhak Isaac Herzog, the Chief Rabbi of Northern Ireland. He began his education at Wesley College in Dublin before relocating to Palestine in 1936, following his father's appointment as Chief Rabbi of the British Mandate.
Upon arriving in Palestine, Herzog joined the Haganah, a clandestine Jewish military organization. He then traveled to Great Britain, where he earned a bachelor's degree from University College London.
Military and Intelligence Service
After graduating, Herzog enlisted in the British Army and fought during World War II. He served on various fronts, including the Normandy landings. Concurrently, he worked as an intelligence officer, leading reconnaissance missions in Northern Germany and participating in the liberation of concentration camps.
Post-War Roles
Return to Palestine and the Israeli ArmyAfter the war, Herzog returned to Palestine and rejoined the Haganah. He played a pivotal role in establishing the future Israeli military and founding its intelligence service. During the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, he fought in the battle for Latrun.
Political Career
Herzog retired from the military in 1962 and entered politics. During the 1967 Six-Day War, he served as the first military governor of Judea and Samaria.
In 1975, Herzog became Israel's ambassador to the United Nations. He famously tore up a resolution equating Zionism with racism, delivering an impassioned speech that is considered one of the greatest in history.
Presidency
In 1983, Herzog was elected the sixth President of Israel. He served two terms, from 1983 to 1993, and focused primarily on non-political matters.
Later Life and Legacy
Herzog retired from public life in 1993 and passed away in 1997 in Jerusalem. He left behind a significant legacy as a statesman, soldier, and diplomat who played a crucial role in shaping the history of Israel.
