1947

December
Bloody riots throughout the country, initiated by Arabs, soon turn into war. By the end of the month, hundreds of Jews have been killed. The Hagana prepares a counter-attack and establishes its first divisions.

Clandestine immigration and settlement activity continue throughout 1947. Thirteen new settlements are set up and 20 "illegal" immigrant ships reach the shores of Palestine.

After the UN vote on the partition of Palestine, Keren Hayesod organizes an emergency campaign to fund recruitment costs, in light of the Arab nations' threats to destroy the nascent state.