(Father of Political Zionism, 1860-1904). Typed Letter Signed, written in German to members of the Zionist Action Committee, analyzing and commenting on recent Turkish political moves.

Estimate: $1,500–$2,000
Hammer price: $4,000

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author

HERZL, THEODOR

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26th February

Place

Vienna

Publication

1901

summary

Important Memorandum Signed by Herzl Regarding the Turkish Government and Jewish Access to Palestine, Foreshadowing Later Events. In this strongly worded letter, Herzl writes “We are making every effort to try to influence the Turkish government not to go along with its announced policy…”. This was in reference to the recent decree limiting Jewish migration to Palestine.

Two pages with manuscript corrections. 4to.

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