These were crucial days for the new state. and it found itself practically abandoned by the international community and left to fight off the invasion of its Arab neighbors. Arab aggression had to be combated and trade was hampered by the Arab boycott. The absorption of the immigrants placed a great financial strain on the nation as did the heavy armaments burden which had to be maintained in order to survive. and there were many times that a helping hand from some of the Western nations. among whom the new state had allied itself. would have made the going much easier. With the untiring dedication of the Israelis and the assistance of Jews throughout the world and the United States Government. spectacular progress was made. A stable democratic government was set up.
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