the 1917 British mandate for Palestine

The 1917 British Mandate for Palestine was a legal framework established by the League of Nations after World War I, allowing Britain to govern the region of Palestine. It aimed to establish a national home for the Jewish people while also respecting the rights of existing Arab residents. The mandate formalized British control and administration over Palestine following the Ottoman Empire's defeat. This period saw increased Jewish immigration and growing tensions between Jewish and Arab communities, ultimately setting the stage for ongoing conflict in the region. The mandate lasted until 1948, when the State of Israel was proclaimed.