Independent Israel Proclaimed - 1948 | Today In History | 14 May 17

On May 14, 1948, according to the current-era calendar, the independent state of Israel was proclaimed in Tel Aviv. New Jewish State Of Israel Is Born First pictures of the battle for Haifa, which Jewish forces won after a two-day siege, highlight the dramatic turn of events in the Holy Land. With the relinquishing of the British mandate, the new state is born in the tense atmosphere of civil war between Jews and Arabs... At Lake Success, New York, the United States announces the recognition of the state of Israel to United Nations delegates. You can license this story through AP Archive: Find out more about AP Archive: