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David Ben-Gurion

Ben-Gurion discusses Nazi compensation to the Jews with Golda Meir

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Ben-Gurion discusses Nazi compensation to the Jews with Golda Meir

TLS in Hebrew, signed 'D. Ben-Gurion,' one page, 8.5 x 11, November 3, 1960. Letter to Golda Meir and Levy Eshkol concerning German accountability to the Jews after World War II. In full, 'Like yourselves, I have received a letter from the 'Universal Union of the former Austrians to protect their rights.' There is no doubt their argument is right. I don't know what you can do - since the writers are a bit innocent. They fail to see that West Germany does not see her self obligated to compensate the Nazi's victims that were in West Germany as much as they were in the East, and a lack of our Embassy does not 'intimidate' the West Germany government. They fail to see that both the West and the East have made up with Austria. Nevertheless, it might be possible to continue the pressure, and I am sure that you will do all that can be done from your side, for the good reason lawsuit of the Austrian Nazi victims.' In fine condition, with punch and staple holes to right edge and a couple small notations. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #289 - Ended October 22, 2004