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Part Two: The Great Revolt: Palestinian Resistance to Early Zionism

May 8, 2024
Historian Matt Lieb discusses multi-faith Palestinian resistance to early Zionist colonization, exploring topics like Palestinian women's role in organizing, evolution of Chrysanthemum Flowers military unit, resistance movements against British Mandate and Zionism, and the spark of 1935 resistance leading to the Arab revolt.
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  • Palestinian resistance intensified in 1929 with the Al Barak uprising fueled by tensions over a holy place in Jerusalem, reflecting broader anger towards the Zionist project.
  • Women like Mateo Mogannam and the Chrysanthemum Flowers played significant roles in organizing resistance and defending Jaffa during the Nakba in 1948, highlighting diverse contributions to the struggle for Palestinian liberation.

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Early Palestinian Resistance to Zionism

In the early 1920s, Palestinian resistance to Zionism faced challenges when attempting to address issues through diplomatic channels, leading to a lackluster period. The resistance intensified in 1929 with the Al Barak uprising, sparked by tensions over a holy place in Jerusalem and reflecting broader anger towards the Zionist project.

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