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First Zionist Congress in Basel

When: August 29–31, 1897
Where: Stadtcasino Basel
Part of: First Zionist Congress convenes in Basel

The inaugural congress of the Zionist Organization was held in Basel from August 29 to 31, 1897, chaired by Theodor Herzl.

The First Zionist Congress took place in the concert hall of the Stadtcasino Basel. Herzl, who had planned the event at personal expense, was elected president of the Congress. This gathering marked the formal establishment of the Zionist Organization, with Herzl serving as its president until his death in 1904.

Sources

First Zionist Congress Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-30
Theodor Herzl Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-07

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