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Word: transjordanian (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1990-1999
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...midday of May 14, Egyptian forces had advanced deep into the southern Negev. An Iraqi column moved toward the Jordan river. The Transjordanian Arab Legion was arrayed along the river. On the upper reaches of the Jordan, a Syrian brigade was ready to attack the villages in the valley. Apart from the impetuous Egyptians who had already printed stamps to commemorate their "imminent victory," the Arab governments were awaiting the Mandate's last official hour before launching their attack...

Author: By Einat Wilf, | Title: Israel's Independence Day | 5/5/1995 | See Source »

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