Bombing of British military headquarters in Jerusalem 1946 and other terrorist acts Flashcards

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Q

What happened on 22 July 1946?

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Irgun carried out attack on King David Hotel
It was British military headquarters
Explosion killed 88 people, including 15 Jews

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Which 2 incidents convinced the British to withdraw?

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Hanging of 2 British soldiers

Exodus ship refused entry into Palestine. Carried 4500 refugees

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How was USA effectively helping the Zionists?

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Provided them with money, which would by used to buy weapons to kill British soldiers

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