Israel: A Nation Is Born
with Abba Eban A Personal Witness


Israel: A Nation Is Born tells the story of Israel’s history from the struggle for independence to recent efforts for peace, presented and narrated by Abba Eban. Eban–diplomat, writer, and Israel’s spokesman to the world—brings to this fascinating tale his own unique perspective and the insights gained as a key participant in, as well as an astute observer of, the events.

Introduction

Program 1
From the Rise of Zionism to 1948

Program 2
The Creation of the State (1948-1956)

Program 3
Coming of Age (1956-1967)

Program 4
Six Days that Changed the Middle East (1967-1973)

Program 5
New Conflicts, New Dreams (1973-1990)

Program 6
On the Brink of Peace

For Further Reading and Viewing

Key Figures in Israeli History


Complete Course Curriculum