Jerusalem 1918-1920. Being the Records of the Pro-Jerusalem Council during the period of the British Military Administration. Edited by C. R. Ashbee

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Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts, Holy Land Maps and Ceremonial Objects

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Jerusalem 1918-1920. Being the Records of the Pro-Jerusalem Council during the period of the British Military Administration. Edited by C. R. Ashbee

Numerous photographic illustrations, maps and elevations of the Old City of Jerusalem. <<Inscribed:>> “Presented to the Congressional Library With the compliments and respects of Ronald Storrs, Governor of Jerusalem, 20. II 23.” pp. xv; 87. Ex-library. Original printed boards. Lg. 4to.

London: 1921

Est: $400 - $600

PRICE REALIZED $350

The Pro-Jerusalem Society was founded in 1918 and chaired by Herbert Samuel. Its mission was to focus upon the many aspects of civic life in the ancient city that the military authorities were not equipped to deal with. Following the British entry into Jerusalem in December 1917, Sir Ronald Storrs (1881-1955) was appointed military (and later, civil) governor of Jerusalem.