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Ben Gurion's Zionist Zeal: Handwritten Signed Letter : In this handwritten letter, penned during his tenure as the General Secretary of the Histadrut (the Zionist Labor Federation in Palestine) from 1921 to 1935, Ben-Gurion addresses Mr. Wizman, the owner of the Nur Factory, aiming to mediate a dispute. Although undated, the letter reflects Ben-Gurion's unwavering commitment to the Zionist cause and his early dedication to Israel.
Ben-Gurion elucidates the Histadrut's imperative for operational stability, emphasizing the direct correlation between the factory's success and the prosperity of its workers and new immigrants. Notably, the factory's achievements directly impact its employees, fostering their advancement and significantly contributing to the stabilization and encouragement of Jewish immigration to Israel, also known as Aliyah Ivrit.
Furthermore, Ben-Gurion assures efforts for mutual satisfaction, emphasizing the Histadrut's dedication to fostering goodwill between management and employees. This underscores Ben-Gurion's prioritization of Hebrew/Israeli workers, aligning with his overarching goal of establishing and advancing the state of Israel.