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Jacob Tsur

1906 – 1990

Israeli diplomat

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Lived 1906 – 1990 (aged 83). Jacob Tsur was an Israeli writer, diplomat and zionist.

Jacob Tsur (; 1906-1991) was an Israeli diplomat. He was the first Israeli ambassador to Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Chile (1949-1953). He also served as ambassador to France from 1953 until 1956. From 1961 until 1977, he was Chairman of the Board of Directors for Kerel Kayemeth LeIsrael Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF).

Biography Jacob Tsur was born in Vilna, son of Samuel Tchernowitz. He made aliyah to pre-state Israel in 1921.

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Yaakov Tzur

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jacob Tsur?

Israeli diplomat (1906–1990)

When was Jacob Tsur born?

Jacob Tsur was born on 19 October 1906 in Vilnius.

When did Jacob Tsur die?

Jacob Tsur died on 1 February 1990.

What was Jacob Tsur's occupation?

Jacob Tsur was a writer, diplomat and zionist.

What nationality was Jacob Tsur?

Jacob Tsur was Israeli.

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· Wikipedia: Jacob Tsur

· Wikidata: Q1254440

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