Israel and the Legacy of Harry S. Truman
Files
Lynn Library Catalog Record
Description
When he assumed the presidency in April 1945, Harry S. Truman inherited various international sources of turmoil, including the ambiguity of American policy toward political Zionism. Three years later, President Truman recognized the State of Israel on May 14, 1948, just 11 minutes after the announcement of its existence. These essays explore the methods Truman used to tackle this dilemma, one he is said to have considered more troublesome than almost any other issue plaguing the United States at the time. After 50 years of continuing conflict between the Israelis and Palestinians, the legacy of Truman's struggle is reflected in the distinct voices of this collection's contributors, including scholars, a former U.S. ambassador to Israel, Israel's representative to the United Nations, and a White House aide during Truman's presidency.
Department
College of Arts and Sciences
ISBN
978-1931112802
Publication Date
6-6-2008
Publisher
Truman State University Press
Recommended Citation
Devine, Michael J.; Watson, Robert P.; and Wolz, Robert J., "Israel and the Legacy of Harry S. Truman" (2008). Faculty and Staff Books. 3.
https://spiral.lynn.edu/facbooks/3
