Zionism is a nationalist movement among Jews (and some Christians) that supports the re-establishment of a Jewish homeland in what is now Israel.
Imagine you're part of a club that lost its original meeting place years ago. Now, members want to reclaim that space because it has significant meaning for them - this is similar to Zionism's goal for Jews regarding Israel.
Theodor Herzl: Known as 'the father of modern political Zionism,' Herzl formed the Zionist Organization and promoted Jewish immigration to Palestine in an effort to form a Jewish state.
Balfour Declaration: A statement from British government during World War I announcing support for establishment of 'a national home for Jewish people' in Palestine.
Six-Day War: A war fought by Israel and neighboring states of Egypt, Jordan, and Syria. The war began with Israel's launch of what it described as a pre-emptive attack against Egypt and concluded with Israel capturing the Sinai Peninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank, Old City of Jerusalem, and Golan Heights.
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