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This film talks briefly about how Chanukah celebrates heroes like the Maccabees. It focuses on and interviews three real modern day heroes of Israel—one each from the War of Independence, the Six Day War and the Yom Kippur War. Produced by the World Zionist Organization. Study guide available. Note: The opening and closing segments of the video involve three college students in Israel working on a video project about Jewish holidays. Teachers may wish to skip these—as the acting is poor and the situation is artificial—and focus on the segment which interviews the Israeli heroes.

25 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

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AND THE SONS SHALL RETURN TO THE LAND  (1987)

And

Commemorates the eleventh of Adar, Tel Hai Day. Tells the story of the settlement and defense of Tel Hai, and the actions of Trumpeldor and his comrades, by means of photos taken at the site. Includes the history of Kibbutz Ramat Rachel, established by Trumpeldor's successors—the Labor Battalion. Study guide available. Note: Should be previewed by schools for suitability.

25 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

JHVC

956.94

Arab and Jew: Wounded Spirits in a Promised Land  (1989)

Ara

David K. Shipler, who wrote a Pulitzer Prize-winning book on the subject, examines Arab-Jewish tensions in Israel, the West Bank, and the Gaza Strip. Here, in this much-fought-over and most holy of places, age-old disagreements and animosities shape the modern world, and the explosive and destructive power of bigotry and hate is continually obvious. Arab and Jew examines the forces that led to and sustain this seemingly endless conflict. Even those who rise above the misunderstandings and confines of their own suffering see little hope for eventual settlement and lasting peace. Through interviews with a wide range of people on both sides, we see that nearly everyone has suffered losses in the struggle. Study guide available.

2 hrs.  AGE: 12 to Adult

956.94

THE ARAB AWAKENING (1918-1920)  (Pillar of Fire, Chapter 2)  (1981)

Los

Political intrigue that led to the development of a Palestinian Arab movement within the boundaries of the British Mandate negates the goodwill engendered by the agreement of cooperation signed by Emir Faisal and Dr. Chaim Weizmann. Study guide available.

Color/B&W. 1 hr.  AGE: 12 to Adult

Short trigger film which uses clips from Palestinian Authority TV to show Arafat’s duplicity – how he promises peace for world while on Palestinian Television he demands the destruction of Israel. To his own people, he calls for Jerusalem as the capitol of a Palestinian State, and says that they promised Israel “peace – not security.”  Arafat asks Palestinian parents to send him their children – for the “new generals are kids.” Footage is given to some of the inflammatory programming on Palestinian TV – including children’s programs, a weekly show of terrorist biographies, and a speaker advising viewers to kill Jews – “kill them wherever you find them.” Note: Includes some of the same film clips as the film, “Jihad for Kids.”  Opinion on suitable ages for this will vary from person to person.  Adults must preview before using this trigger film with groups or with young people – and be well prepared for discussion following viewing.

7 min.  AGE:  14 to Adult

ARAFAT’S MESSAGE TO HIS PEOPLE AFTER THE NOBEL PEACE PRIZE (1995)

Presents Arafat’s view of the peace process after he received the Nobel Peace Prize in December, 1994. Includes clips broadcast on the PLO’s PBC TV in January, 1995. Basically, in clip after clip, Arafat praises those who are willing to “martyr” themselves for Jerusalem, naming individuals who died while killing Israelis. Arafat uses the words of Mohammed and the Moslem faith to urge Palestinians to “martyr” themselves for the Palestinian cause, inciting Palestinians towards further violence.

In Arabic with subtitles.  18 min.  AGE:  14 to Adult

Israeli short dramatic film about a common crisis found among Israeli families. A father drops off his son, an Israeli soldier, at a junction point to return to army duty after his weekend leave. Then the family hears on the news that there has been a bombing with serious casualties at the bus stop to which their son was headed. Anxiously, the family waits for news of their son – and they grow increasingly frantic as the hours go by with no word. Tension mounts as the young soldier’s sister calls hospitals and the mother tries to visit the morgue. A gripping drama about a situation (unfortunately) not unfamiliar to many Israeli families – which will leave viewers on the edge of their seats. 

In Hebrew with subtitles.  60 min.  AGE:  13 to Adult

956.94

BACKGROUNDS: A BRIEF HISTORY OF ISRAEL AND THE ARAB/PALESTINIAN

Bac

CONFLICT  (1997)

A well-organized and objective presentation of the history and current conflict between Israel and the Palestinians, from Biblical times to 1997. Using narration with film footage, photos and maps, the film chronologically traces the history of the area and the progression of the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians. The perspectives of both sides are presented through the narration—no interviews or opinions are included. Note: This is an excellent introduction for adults or students, helping viewers understand the origins of the conflict and the claims two peoples have to the same land.

                  30 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

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BEN GURION: AN APPOINTMENT WITH DESTINY  (1969)

Ben

Docudrama which follows the life of David Ben Gurion from his early childhood in Russia until the death of his wife. Combines newsreel footage and dramatic recreations of events to tell his story. Highlighted events include the Declaration of the State of Israel, the War of Independence and the German Reparations Agreement. Note: Rather than presenting Ben Gurion’s story in a straight, chronological sequence, this drama presents an older Ben Gurion who has memory flashbacks of his past. This format may be difficult for some viewers to follow.

In Hebrew with subtitles. Color/B&W. 1 hr. 43 min.  AGE: 14 to Adult

915.694     

BEREL WEIN’S ISRAEL JOURNEY: JERUSALEM (2003)

Both a travelogue and a history of Jerusalem, this video takes viewers on a tour of noteworthy sites in modern day Jerusalem. A tour guide/historian narrates this journey, interspersed with clips of commentary from Rabbi Berel Wein (usually dealing with historical issues). The film offers a view of both the ancient and the modern, giving viewers a sense for a contemporary city rooted in the past, a spiritual center for the Jewish world. Note: The title leads viewers to believe that Rabbi Wein is the tour guide and primary speaker, while he actually plays a secondary role.

90 min.  AGE:  12 to Adult

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CAST A GIANT SHADOW  (1966)

Cas

A part fact, part fiction dramatization of Israel’s 1947-48 struggle for independence. Kirk Douglas stars as the legendary David “Mickey” Marcus—an American Jew and World War II hero who volunteered as a military advisor to Israel and became the new state’s first general. Part realistic war story and part romance, this film also stars Angie Dickinson, Yul Brynner, John Wayne and Frank Sinatra.

2 hrs. 22 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

Trigger film produced both to alert Jews to the way many Palestinian children are being trained to hate Israelis - and to try to encourage American Jews to work towards peace. It includes comments by Molly Resnick, a journalist and former NBC producer, who founded a group called MATCH (Mothers Against Teaching Children To Hate). She and other mothers have been working on a project in which American Jewish children draw pictures with slogans, which they combine, into hangings resembling patchwork quilts. The drawings encourage Palestinian children to like them. Note: Contains some upsetting clips.

17 min.  AGE:  14 to Adult

Set in 1947-1948 Palestine, this drama is based on the true story of the romance between a beautiful young Israeli woman and the Arab man she falls in love with. Miriam works in her mother’s restaurant in Tel Aviv and meets George, a debonair Arab from Jaffa at a security check point. George learns where she works and pursues her – and their mutual attraction and compatibility lead them into a romantic relationship. Unfortunately for the two of them, Miriam’s brother is active in the Haganah and George’s friends want to rid Palestine of Jews. When the UN declares Israel a state, tensions and gunfire erupt, and the pair separate. Eventually, they decide to flee the country together but the Haganah and Lechi movements have been watching them (fearing Miriam is a traitor) and tragedy strikes.

In Hebrew with subtitles.  1 hr. 30 min.  AGE:  13 to Adult

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THE DHIMMIS: TO BE A JEW IN ARAB LANDS  (1975)

Dhi

Black and white film footage is used to depict the life of Jews in Arab countries. This film shows how Jews were evicted from their homes in Arab lands and how they fled to Eretz Yisrael, often with only the clothing on their backs. Traced here is the too-often-untold history of the centuries of persecution Jews survived while living in Arab lands. A total of 821,000 Jews were forced to flee Arab countries, with 590,000 arriving in Israel. It is interesting to note that under Omar the second caliph, Jews were confined to ghettos and forced to wear a yellow patch on their clothes.Through film footage, photos, maps and interviews, this documentary provides a country-by-country description of Jewish life as it existed in Arab lands. Note: This is a valuable vehicle for depicting the Jewish historical experience in Moslem civilization.

B&W. 29 min.  AGE: 13 to Adult

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DISORDER AND REVOLT (1936)  (Pillar of Fire, Chapter 8)  (1981)

Los

In 1936 the Arabs revolt under the leadership of Haj Amin Al-Hussini. The Royal Commission under Lord Peel proposes partition into two states—one for the Jews and one for the Arabs. Study guide available.

Color/B&W. 1 hr.  AGE: 12 to Adult

956.94

DREAM OF MY PEOPLE  (1934)

Dre

Travelogue on Palestine, including the last performance of Cantor Yossele Rosenblatt. The film has historical value in its depiction of Palestine of the 1930’s. Cities shown include Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Jaffa, Tiberias and Rehovot. Sites visited include the Hebrew University, the King David Hotel, the Judean Hills, the Jezreei Valley, Rishon L’Zion, and Lake Kinneret.

B&W. 1 hr. 6 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

956.94

DREAMERS AND BUILDERS  (1997)

Dre

Documentary which provides an overview of Zionism and early builders of the Zionist vision who helped found the State of Israel. The video begins with Theodore Herzl in the 1890’s and includes brief original film footage showing Eliezer Ben Yehuda, Chaim Weizmann, Rabbi Kook, Henrietta Szold and Vladimir Jabotinsky. Early pioneers of the State of Israel are also depicted, working and building on the land. These original clips are from the historic films of Ben Dov, and the video alternates between showing the past and using footage of Israel today. A perfect introduction to Zionism, briefly presenting key figures and events during the formative period of Israeli history.

30 min.  AGE: 11 to Adult

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EXODUS  (1960)

Exo

Chronicles the plight of postwar Jews in their fight to establish a homeland in Israel, and covers Israel’s war for liberation. Based on the book Exodus by Leon Uris. Stars Paul Newman and Eva Marie Saint.

2 cassettes. 3 hrs. 28 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

956.94

EXODUS 1947: THE SHIP THAT LAUNCHED A NATION  (1996)

Exo

Outstanding documentary of the Aliya Bet ship Exodus 1947, secretly financed and crewed by American Jews. In the summer of 1947, this dilapidated steamer took aboard 4,500 Holocaust survivors in Southern France and sailed for Palestine. Unable to run the British blockade, the immigrants battled the British and were sent back to Displaced Persons Camps in Germany—a horrendous destination for survivors of the Holocaust. Publicity and newsreels of this episode helped gain international support for the creation of the State of Israel. Includes fascinating interviews with former crew members and passengers. Narrated by Morley Safer. Study guide available.

1 hr.  AGE: 12 to Adult

956.94

EXODUS TO ISRAEL  (1987)

Exo

Documentary which follows major events which led to the establishment of the state of Israel and includes the 1948 War and its aftermath. The first half of the film covers the birth of Zionism, the Dreyfus Affair, Theodore Herzl, Chaim Weizmann and the Zionist Congress, World War I, and the Balfour Declaration. The second half focuses on the aftermath of the Holocaust and on the ship Exodus—which carried 4,000 Jews escaping from the Nazis in 1947 and was sent back to Europe by the British upon reaching the shores of Palestine. Note: The film Exodus 1947 offers a stronger presentation about the ship. Includes explicit footage of the liberation of the camps about half-way through the film.

B&W. 55 min.  AGE: 14 to Adult

956.94

THE FIFTY YEARS WAR: ISRAEL AND THE ARABS  (1999)

Fif

This documentary—created by PBS for the 50th anniversary of the State of Israel—attempts an even-handed study of the relationship and conflicts between Israelis and Arabs. The film opens with the 1947 decision of the U.N. to partition Palestine and includes numerous film clips as well as interviews with political and military leaders on both sides, as well as from the U.S. and the former Soviet Union. The first episode includes Israel’s struggle for statehood, the wars of 1948 and 1967, and the history of the Palestine Liberation Organization. The second episode covers the 1973 Yom Kippur War, the 1978 Camp David Accord, the 1987 Palestinian Intifada Uprising, and the Oslo Agreement in 1993—and reconciliation attempts which followed. Officials interviewed include Benjamin Netanyahu, Shimon Peres, Yitzhak Shamir, King Hussein, Yasir Arafat, Hafez al-Assad (Syria), Jafaar Numeiry (Sudan), Presidents Bill Clinton, George Bush and Jimmy Carter.

2 cassettes. 2 hrs. 30 min. ea.  AGE: 12 to Adult

956.94

FLAMES OF REVOLT: THE STORY OF THE IRGUN  (1994)

Fla

Documentary about the history and actions of the Irgun—one of three Jewish underground military organizations that fought to bring about the establishment of the State of Israel. Described here are their large-scale operations and major actions which helped bring about the withdrawal of the British from Eretz Yisrael. Highlighted are the bombing of the British headquarters in the King David Hotel, the breakout from the Acre prison, and the sinking of the Altelena. Includes historic film footage as well as interviews with Irgun commanders and fighters (including Menachem Begin), British intelligence officers and historians.

Color/B&W. 1 hr. 40 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

956.94

FOLLOW ME: THE STORY OF THE SIX DAY WAR  (1985)

Fol

Documentary of the June 1967 War between the Israeli and Arab forces. Includes actual footage of the Egyptian, Jordanian and Syrian fronts filmed by the IDF; the weeks preceding the war; the battle for Jerusalem; and the liberation of the Western Wall.

B&W. 1 hr. 35 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

This brief film examines what Arafat and the PLO said on Palestinian TV after the terror attack in Beit Lid (near Natanya) on Jaunary 22, 1995, where 21 Israelis were killed. This attack was in direct violation of the Oslo Accords, in which Arafat and the Palestinians agreed to denounce all acts of terror. Produced by The Institute for Peace Education in Tel Aviv. The clips in this brief film are included in the film, “Arafat’s Message to His People After the Nobel Peace Prize.”

In Arabic with subtitles.  5 min.  AGE:  14 to Adult

956.94

THE GOLAN HEIGHTS—STRATEGY AND SECURITY

Gol

Explains the strategic need for the Golan Heights to remain a part of the State of Israel to ensure Israel’s security. Shows through film footage and diagrams how essential the Golan Heights are to the security of Israel today—and shows the effects of the Syrians ruling the Golan Heights in the past. With former Deputy Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

15 min.  AGE: 14 to Adult

JHVC

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Golda Meir  (1978)

Mei

Golda Meir's life was intertwined with the development of the State of Israel, from her involvement as a pioneer during the struggle for statehood, through her rise to lead the country as Prime Minister from 1969–1974. Born in Russia and raised in America, Golda moved to Palestine as a young woman and devoted herself to the creation of a Jewish homeland. Her political style was tenacious, yet she often brought to light the human issues behind the problems facing her country. Walter Cronkite hosts this CBS News Special Report on Golda Meir, which aired in December 1978 after her death at the age of eighty. Photos, news clips and segments from interviews illuminate her personal and professional history. Political leaders and officials including Jimmy Carter, Yitzhak Rabin, Henry Kissinger, and Abba Eban recall her contributions and comment on her career.

30 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

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HANNA'S WAR  (1988)

Han

Dramatization of the story of Hanna Senesh, a Hungarian Jew living in Palestine who worked for the British on a mission in World War II to rescue English fliers downed in Eastern Europe. The account of one woman’s indomitable will in the face of torture in a Nazi prison, fear and despair. Stars Ellen Burstyn, Maruschka Detmers and Anthony Andrews.

2 hrs. 30 min. Rated PG-13 (some violence).  AGE: 14 to Adult

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HERZL  (n.d.)

Her

Well made documentary of the life of Theodore Herzl, “The Founder of Modern Zionism.” Includes his childhood, his writings, the circumstances leading to his conception of the Zionist dream, the first Zionist Congress in 1897, and the Uganda proposal. Narration is British, and the film utilizes numerous still photos and illustrations.

43 min.  AGE: 13 to Adult

915.694

THE HOLY LAND  (1985)

Hol

A presentation in chronological order of every major Holy Land site from the biblical era to today.

1 hr.  AGE: 10 to Adult

945.94

HOLY LAND: CHRISTIANS IN PERIL (2002)

Hol

One aspect of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that is often overlooked is the persecution of Christians in Israel by the Muslims. The percentage of Christians living in the Palestinian territories has drastically dropped. This brief documentary looks at some of the issues and incidents in which Christians have faced discrimination and fear. Highlighted is the Palestinian takeover of the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem in April, 2002. Palestinians fled to the church when Israeli soldiers came looking for them after a Palestinian terrorist bombing at a Passover Seder in Netanya that killed 29 people. Armed Palestinians deliberately took over the church by force (staying for 40 days), knowing that Israelis would have difficulty reaching them there. Footage shows how the Muslims desecrated the church, stealing and destroying artifacts with no regard for religious significance. Includes interviews with a number of Christian clergy and eyewitnesses, including Rev. David Parsons of the International Christian Embassy. Additional footage includes desecration of Joseph’s tomb as well as the torture of Palestinians who converted from Islam and were considered traitors. Note: Includes some brief graphic footage.

In French, Hebrew & Arabic with subtitles.   21 min.  AGE:  14 to Adult

956.94

HOLY LAND: CHRISTIANS IN PERIL (2002)

Hol

(DVD)

This DVD contains two feature documentaries by Pierre Rehov:  Holy Land: Christians in Peril and The Trojan Horse: Arafat’s Strategy to Destroy Israel. Both have independent full descriptions elsewhere in the catalog. Holy Land: Christians in Peril deals with the persecution of Christians in Israel by the Palestinian Muslims. The Trojan Horse shows Palestinian television footage of Arab leaders openly talking about their goal of taking over the entire land of Israel, as well as lauding suicide bombers and terrorists.

21 min. – Holy Land: Christians in Peril  AGE:  14 to Adult

40 min. – The Trojan Horse  AGE:  16 to Adult

956.94

HOMELAND  (n.d.)

Hom

Produced for Israel Educational Television, this video was the first in an 8-part series about the history of Jewish settlement in the land of Israel—from the early 19th century through 1948. The format presents Israeli actors who bring to life Jews living in Eretz Yisrael at different time periods. This first video has two segments, each about settlers from the early 19th century. The first deals with Moses Montifiore and his wife and their involvement with Eretz Yisrael in 1827. The second looks at Ashkenazic Jews arriving in Palestine in 1817 and their relationship with the Sephardim who were already living there. Note: This is the only part of the series available to us—therefore giving it limited use. Teachers may wish to use it for Ulpan or Hebrew language students. Teachers should check the level of Hebrew. It may be suitable for 8th grade day school or a high school level.

In Hebrew. 50 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult *

* Depends on Hebrew level

Riveting drama based on the true story of the Israeli capture of Nazi war criminal, Adolph Eichmann in Buenos Aires, Argentina in 1960. The story follows a group of Israeli intelligence agents who arrive in Buenos Aires to follow a lead that Eichmann has been living there – protected by a “Nazi Brotherhood” as well as Argentinean officials. The Israeli agents, with the approval of Ben Gurion, form a plan to zero in on Eichmann’s whereabouts and then to catch and hold him until they can transport him to Israel for trial. Suspense builds as Argentinean police clamp down on security, delaying both the arrival and departure of the Israeli plane. Attention is also focused on the interaction between Eichmann and the Jewish intelligence agents as they share close quarters. Eichmann answers questions in a matter-of-fact manner, and it is clear that he is totally unrepentant about his actions during the war (he was responsible for the murder of millions). His captors, some of them survivors themselves, must continually restrain themselves from harming him. Note: Some material may not be suitable for younger viewers.

96 min.  AGE:  14 to Adult

JHVC

956.94

How Israel Won the War  (1967)

How

The Six Day War, fought June 5–10, 1967, established Israel as the greatest military power in the Middle East. The battle was waged simultaneously on three fronts, with Egypt, Syria, and Jordan, and Israel's victory was swift and impressive. In the aftermath of the war, Israel was nearly four times larger geographically and in possession of Judaism's holiest sites in the Old City of Jerusalem. How Israel Won the War, a CBS News Special Report, is a detailed review of the military strategies that enabled the Israeli Defense Force to defeat the Arab armies in the Six Day War. Reporter Mike Wallace and retired American Brigadier General S. L. A. Marshall analyze the events of the war through visits to battle locations, documentary film footage, and interviews with Arab and Israeli military leaders.

52 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

956.94

THE ILLEGALS  (1948)

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Original film by author Meyer Levin, who joined the Haganah’s European underground after World War II. Levin recorded on film the story of the “Aliyah-Bet”—the secret and “illegal” movement of Holocaust survivors to Palestine (as Britain limited Jewish immigration to Palestine after the Holocaust). Levin followed the survivors on their journey across borders and snow-covered mountains, on foot and by truck and ship. He even shot film while the British boarded the Haganah ship that was to take the survivors to Israel. Levin retrieved this film from the British, who had originally confiscated it—and he developed it as a record of what transpired. Note: Sound quality is very poor, and the viewer must really strain to understand pieces of the dialogue. The film is fascinating, however, as it presents actual footage of this underground movement—and of the struggle for Holocaust survivors to reach Eretz Yisrael. Best used for individual viewing, although teachers may wish to select a small section for classroom use.

B&W. 56 min.  AGE: 14 to Adult

956.94

THE IMPOSSIBLE SPY (1987)

Gripping drama based on the true story of Elie Cohen, an Egyptian-born Jew who was recruited by the Mossad (Israel’s Secret Service) in 1959 to spy on Syria. As the film opens, Cohen is depicted as a 35-year-old family man living a normal life in Israel. He had a most difficult decision to make when the Mossad called on him. Cohen was perfect spy material as he was very intelligent, spoke fluent Arabic and physically could easily be mistaken for an Arab. As a Mossad spy, he ultimately infiltrated and mingled with high levels of the Syrian government, providing Israel with invaluable secrets about Syria’s military. This information was crucial to Israel in defeating Syria on the Golan Heights in the Six Day War. Elie Cohen’s true identity was discovered in 1965 and he was publicly executed in Syria. Produced for BBC-TV and starring John Shea and Eli Wallach. Note: Includes scenes of hangings.

1 hr. 36 min.  AGE:  13 to Adult

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IN OUR OWN HANDS: THE HIDDEN STORY OF THE JEWISH BRIGADE IN WORLD

In

WAR II  (1998)

Fine documentary which traces the history and the activities of His Majesty’s Jewish Brigade—the only all-Jewish fighting unit in World War II, which was composed of young Jewish men living in Palestine. The film opens showing the men in 1995, at a 50^th reunion at the scene of their major battle fought in Italy, and includes interviews with them throughout. The film’s focus, however, is on the operations of the Brigade after the war. In post-war Europe, these young soldiers formed secret vengeance squads to assassinate Nazi officers in hiding, and engineered the rescue and illegal movement of Holocaust survivors to Palestine. Brigade veterans were also instrumental in helping to organize and lead the new Israel Defense Forces in 1948, in Israel’s War of Independence. These men showed the world that Jews can fight to protect their own—and come away victorious. The film sheds light on an important and little known chapter in Jewish history. Note: Teachers may wish to use this film either towards the conclusion of a unit on the Holocaust or include it when studying the history of the State of Israel. This film and The Long Way Home illuminate different aspects of the same time period.

1 hr. 25 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

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INTO THE FUTURE (1945-Present)  (Heritage: Civilization and the Jews, Chapter IX)

Her

(1984)

Part of the “Heritage” series which chronicles over 3,000 years of Jewish history, thought, and culture. This chapter looks at the birth of the State of Israel; the plight of Soviet Jewry; relations between the Jews of Israel and those in other parts of the world; the meaning of Jewish identity today. Topics covered include “Israel,” “Oppressed Jewry” and “In the Western World.” Study guide available.

1 hr.  AGE: 12 to Adult

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IS JERUSALEM BURNING? (2001)

Documentary about the 1948 battle for Latrun in Israel’s War for Independence. In May, 1948, Ben Gurion gave the order to take Latrun, a historic stronghold on the road from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Israel’s 7^th Brigade went into battle twice but was defeated both times by a garrison of the Arab Legion. Myths arose that thousands were killed and that new immigrants were sent straight from the ships to die in this battle. This film aims both to dispel these myths and to provide an accurate picture of what really happened at Latrun, using archival footage and numerous interviews with veterans of the battles as well as historians.

60 min.  AGE:  12 to Adult

956.94

ISRAEL: A NATION IS BORN  (1992)

Isr

Five-part video series presented by former Israeli Foreign Minister Abba Eban, chronicling his recollection of and his part in the creation of the State of Israel. Study guide available for each video.

5 cassettes. 55 min. ea.  AGE: 12 to Adult

PART 1.  Portrays the rise of Zionism and President Truman’s mounting pressure for a Jewish State, following the Holocaust and continued post-war European Jewish plight. It moves through the struggle for independence, providing insight into events of the time.