Sunday, September 13, 2015

A new year brings in memories of the 1940s 'Exodus'

This evening starts the new year -- 5776 -- on the Jewish calendar. In Israel, and around the world, millions of Jews are celebrating the new year on the lunar-based calendar they've used for thousands of years. The two-day celebration kicks off the High Holy Days, also known as the "Days of Awe."

The creation of the State of Israel was a signature event during the 1940s, the decade of transforming leadership Dallas Leadership Foundation is remembering during our 20th anniversary celebration gala Oct. 1 at Union Station in downtown Dallas.

Israel officially declared statehood on May 15, 1948. Hollywood offered its perspective on the birth of Israel with the 1960 film "Exodus" starring Paul Newman and Eva Marie Saint. The film was based on the 1958 Leon Uris book of the same name. If you want to dive into this epic event from the 1940s (or if you need a break from football), check this one out. Turner Classic Movies offers an article  and notes to prep you about the story and the making of the film.


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