Standard #: SS.912.W.8.6


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Explain the 20th century background for the establishment of the modern state of Israel in 1948, including the Zionist movement led by Theodor Herzl, and the ongoing military and political conflicts between Israel and the Arab-Muslim world.


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SS.912.W.8.AP.6 Recognize a reason why Israel became a country and characteristics of conflicts between Israel and the Arab world including the Zionist movement led by Theodor Herzl, and the ongoing military and political conflicts.


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Part 2: From Refugees to Embassies: Ambassador James G. McDonald

Through a two-part gallery walk activity students will view historical documents and investigate diplomatic efforts of governments and nongovernmental organizations to aid refugees from Nazi Germany in the 1930s and 1940s. Students will also learn about the diplomatic career of James G. McDonald preceding and including his service as the first U.S. Ambassador to the new State of Israel.

Part 1: From Refugees to Embassies: Ambassador James G. McDonald

Through a two-part gallery walk activity students will view historical documents and investigate diplomatic efforts of governments and nongovernmental organizations to aid refugees from Nazi Germany in the 1930s and 1940s. Students will also learn about the diplomatic career of James G. McDonald preceding and including his service as the first U.S. Ambassador to the new State of Israel.

 

 

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Students will analyze presidential responsibilities and decision-making, notably in the diplomatic/foreign policy realm.  Students will examine Constitutional diplomatic powers and responsibilities of the U.S. presidency by exploring the example of President Truman’s decision to formally recognize the State of Israel. Students will also explain why the creation of the State of Israel was a significant event of the 20th century by exploring the context surrounding the event, including the role of the U.S.

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