Britain and Palestine 19I7-20I7: One hundred years of broken promises
This free conference will explore the history and lasting legacy of Britain’s role in Palestine
/ Israel since the Balfour Declaration, 1917. lt will be for all those who would like to
know more about Britain’s role, both in its promised support for a national home for Jews
on land belonging to the Palestinian people, and in how we arrived at the current situation.
Everyone is welcome.
Speakers:
llan Pappe – lsraeli citizen, historian, Professor at Exeter University, Director of the European Centre for Palestine Studies, author of many books on Palestine
Ben Jamal – British born Palestinian, Director of Palestine Solidarity Campaign
David Cronin – Journalist, Deputy Editor of Electronic lntifada and author of several books on lsrael/Palestine
Chair: Rev. Nicholas Frayling formerly Rector of Our Lady and St. Nicholas, Liverpool and Dean of Chichester. Member of The Balfour Project.
There will be a bookstal! courtesy of News from Nowhere and other stalls.
Coffee, tea, biscuits and lunch provided.
Further details to be announced when available at: http://liverpoolfriendsofpalestine.co.uk/
(arrive from 9.30am for prompt start)
Liverpool Friends of Palestine facebook page:
or phone 0151 709 2447