Ten American ships attempted to bring Jewish refugees to Palestine in 1947, with one voyage becoming a catalyst for the formation of the State of Israel.
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Ten American ships attempted to bring Jewish refugees to Palestine in 1947, with one voyage becoming a catalyst for the formation of the State of Israel.
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In 1947, the Exodus ship set sail, carrying Jewish refugees seeking a new home in Palestine. Narrated by Morley Safer, this PBS documentary recounts the clandestine American efforts to finance and crew the voyage. It details the challenges faced by the ten ships attempting to transport survivors of the Holocaust to a land that would soon become the State of Israel.
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Why Watch
- Watch Morley Safer narrate a pivotal moment in history.
- See how the Exodus voyage influenced the State of Israel.
- Find out about the illegal efforts to aid Jewish refugees.
Did You Know
- The Exodus 1947 voyage was one of ten American ships for refugees.
- Morley Safer narrates the documentary, which runs for 56 minutes.
- The film discusses American financing efforts for the Exodus ship.
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What was the Exodus 1947 voyage?
The Exodus 1947 voyage was an attempt to bring Jewish refugees to Palestine, which acted as a catalyst in forming the new State of Israel.
Who narrated the documentary Exodus 1947?
Morley Safer narrated the documentary Exodus 1947.
What year was the documentary Exodus 1947 released?
The documentary Exodus 1947 was released in 1997.
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