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Lord Arthur Balfour - Electrical Station, Tel Aviv, Israel
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Lord Arthur Balfour - Electrical Station, Tel Aviv, Israel
Lord Arthur Balfour (1848-1930) visit to the Electrical Station, Tel Aviv, Israel in March, 1925. (see also: 11093260) Date: 1925
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In this historic photograph, taken in March 1925, Lord Arthur Balfour, the British statesman who is best known for issuing the Balfour Declaration in 1917, which paved the way for the establishment of a Jewish homeland in Palestine, is seen visiting the Electrical Station in Tel Aviv, Israel. The visit marked a significant moment in the development of the young Jewish community in Palestine, which was then under British Mandate. Lord Balfour is greeted by a welcoming party of dignitaries and officials, including Mayor of Tel Aviv Meir Dizengoff, as he steps out of a car. The electrical station, an important symbol of modernity and progress, was a testament to the growing infrastructure of the Jewish community in Palestine. The station, which was built in 1923, provided electricity to the city and its surrounding areas, making it possible for businesses and homes to function more efficiently. The visit was a symbolic gesture of support for the Jewish community in Palestine, which was facing numerous challenges at the time, including opposition from the Arab population and economic hardships. Lord Balfour's visit was a morale booster for the Jewish community, and it helped to strengthen their resolve to build a thriving and self-sufficient society in the land of Israel. The photograph captures a moment of history, with Lord Balfour, dressed in a formal suit and hat, standing in front of the electrical station, surrounded by a group of dignitaries and officials. The image is a reminder of the pivotal role that Lord Balfour played in the history of the Jewish people and the State of Israel, and it underscores the importance of diplomacy and international support in the development of a nation.
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