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Myths & Facts
Chapter 4: The War of 1948

By: Mitchell G. Bard

The Jews started the first war with the Arabs.
The United States was the only nation that criticized the Arab attack on Israel.
The West’s support of Israel allowed the Jews to conquer Palestine.
The Arab economic boycott was imposed in response to the creation of Israel.

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