Theodor Herzl

Zionist leader and political activist

Theodor Herzl - Zionist leader and political activist
Born

May 2nd, 1860
165 years ago

Died

July 3rd, 1904
121 years ago — 44 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Austria-Hungary

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Austro-Hungarian Zionist philosopher, journalist, and author. Played a crucial role in establishing modern political Zionism. Advocated for the creation of a Jewish state as a solution to anti-Semitism in Europe. Authored 'Der Judenstaat', which outlined the vision for Jewish self-determination. Organized the First Zionist Congress in 1897 in Basel, Switzerland, which served as a key moment in the establishment of the Zionist movement.

Authored 'Der Judenstaat'

Organized the First Zionist Congress

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