The Balfour Declaration: The Promise to the Holy Land
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The Balfour Declaration: The Promise to the Holy Land

Season 1
Over 100 years ago, just 67 words on a single sheet of paper created the state of Israel. The Balfour Declaration was the first time the British government endorsed the establishment of 'a national home for the Jewish people' in Palestine. In this insightful history documentary, BBC reporter Jane Corbin investigates the legacy of this document and its impact on global relations.
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  1. S1 E1 - The Balfour Declaration: The Promise to the Holy Land

    October 30, 2017
    52min
    7+
    Over 100 years ago, just 67 words on a single sheet of paper created the state of Israel. The Balfour Declaration was the first time the British government endorsed the establishment of 'a national home for the Jewish people' in Palestine. In this insightful history documentary, BBC reporter Jane Corbin investigates the legacy of this document and its impact on global relations.
    Free trial of BBC Select