1913: Seeds of Conflict

Ashkenazi Jews Arrive in Palestine

Clip | 2m 55s

In 1881, the assassination of Czar Alexander II leads to a wave of anti-Semitic violence resulting in the emigration of 2 million Ashkenazi Jews — a small portion of whom ended up in Palestine. The arriving immigrants name their settlements “First in Zion” or “Ray of Hope,” reflecting their sense of hope in their new home.

Aired: 06/30/15

Rating: TV-PG

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