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Altalena Wreck Discovery Revives Memories of 1948 Jewish Civil Conflict
The discovery of the Altalena shipwreck off Tel Aviv has revived memories of the 1948 conflict between Jewish factions. Survivors and their families recount the desperate fight for Jerusalem, the tragic shelling of the ship, and its lasting historical significance.
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What happened
- 01Altalena shipwreck found off Tel Aviv, reviving 1948 conflict memories.
- 02Shlomo Goldahor, 97, recalls fighting in Jerusalem with scarce weapons awaiting Altalena arms.
- 03Goldahor condemns the firing on Altalena as reckless and praises Menachem Begin's anti-fratricide stance.
- 04Israel Sander survived the Altalena attack and later fought in Israel's War of Independence.
- 05Benjamin Bobesh, who sank the Altalena, documented the ship before it was sunk.
- 06Families emphasize the Altalena's historical importance and its role in shaping Israel's unity.
The incident highlights the painful internal divisions during Israel’s founding and the enduring call for unity.
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