Yitzhak Gruenbaum
Polish-Israeli journalist and politician
Born
1879
146 years ago
Died
September 7th, 1970
54 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Israel
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Born in Poland, played a significant role in the establishment of the State of Israel. Served as the first Minister of Internal Affairs from 1948 to 1950. Was an influential journalist, advocating for Jewish rights and immigration to Israel. Contributed to the writing of the Israeli Declaration of Independence in 1948. Involved in various political activities within the Israeli government throughout his career.
First Minister of Internal Affairs of Israel
Advocated for Jewish immigration to Israel
Contributed to the Israeli Declaration of Independence
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