Theodor Herzl
Zionist leader and political activist
Born
May 2nd, 1860
164 years ago
Died
July 3rd, 1904
120 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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