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Britain previously had full control over the mandate of Palestine. Once they gained independence they finallly declared it the birth of the democratic state of Israel.
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This conflict began in 1948 and has continued through the years. In 1967 and again in 1973, war erupted.
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In this war, Israel took control of Golan Heights, Senai Peninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank, and East Jerusalem.Israel gained control of land in the West Bank and Gaza with a large Palestinian population.
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Determined to win their territory back Egypt and Syria launched the Yom Kippur War. This was a surprise attack against Israel in 1973.
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Jimmy Carter invited Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister, Menachem Beginto Camp David to help facilitate the peace agreement. This agreement was between Egypt and Israel which was a big step forward for them.
