In the latter part of the 19th century. due in large part to a new series of pogroms. a concerted drive to create a new homeland on the foundations of the old was begun. Called Zionism. after the hill in Jerusalem which bears that name. it soon attracted many notable adherents. as well as the support of a great number of Jews in countries the world over. A2245 With the close of World War I. and the express support of the British Government as a result of the Balfour Declaration. immigration to Palestine by refugees from warravaged Europe increased markedly. Despite the desire of the Jewish community of Palestine for peaceful and fruitful cooperation with the Arab community. the irresponsible leadership of the Arabs encouraged violent opposition to Jewish property and activities. In an effort to settle then -early perennial problem of the future of Palestine.
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