Chaim (ˈxaɪɪm). 1874–1952, Israeli statesman, born in Russia. As a leading Zionist, he was largely responsible for securing the Balfour Declaration (1917); first president of Israel (1949–52)
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(ˈvaɪtsˌmɑn; E ˈwaɪtsmən)
ˈChaim (ˈxaɪɪm) 1874-1952; Israeli chemist & Zionist leader, born in Russia: 1st president of Israel (1948-52)