| ID | 080501 |
| Title Proper | Israeli sport in the transition from a mandatory community to a sovereign state |
| Other Title Information | trends of continuity and change |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Harif, Haggai |
| Publication | 2007. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The transition from a 'State in the Making' to a sovereign state, based on the
infrastructure of self-rule at the time of the British Mandate, came about
without many tribulations despite the fact that during its formative years the
young Israel was involved in numerous conflicts-both internally and
externally-and a great many challenges and existential threats. This study
sheds light on the formation of frameworks and consolidating patterns of
statehood which were influenced by a strong national ideology which left
its imprint on every aspect of life, including sport. After May 1948, sports
activities in Israel branched out, as did sporting relations with many
countries of the world. As in the days before independence, when matters of
sport were in the service of the Zionist revolution and the nation-building
process, after the establishment of the State of Israel prominent encounters
with foreign sportsmen became a focus of national sentiment uniting all
citizens. |
| `In' analytical Note | Israel Affairs Vol. 13, No.3; Jul 2007: p529-552 |
| Journal Source | Israel Affairs Vol. 13, No.3; Jul 2007: p529-552 |
| Key Words | Israel ; Arab - Israel ; Foreign Policy |