Ireland and Zionism - Stuff That I Find Interesting

The video explores the historical relationship between Zionists and Irish nationalists, highlighting their early alliances and shared struggles against British rule. It discusses how both groups sought independence and cultural revival, and how their relations shifted over time due to political changes, such as the partition plans in Israel and Palestine. The video also examines the ideological differences that emerged, leading to a divergence in their political alignments, with Irish nationalists moving left and Israel aligning with the United States.

What common goals did Zionists and Irish nationalists share in their early struggles?

• Language revival and agrarian reform

• Industrialization and urban development

• Colonial expansion and trade

• Religious conversion and education

How did the partition plan in Israel and Palestine affect the relationship between Zionists and Irish nationalists?

• It had no impact on their relationship

• It led to a deterioration in relations

• It strengthened their alliance

• It resulted in a military alliance

What was one reason for the souring of relations between Irish nationalists and Zionists after the partition plan?

• Zionists rejected the Pope's plan for Jerusalem

• The partition plan was seen as similar to the division of Ireland

• Irish nationalists supported the partition plan

• Irish nationalists moved to the right politically

In the 1960s and 70s, which political direction did Irish nationalists move towards?

• Left-wing

• Centrist

• Libertarian

• Right-wing

Which country did Israel align with during the political shifts of the 1960s and 70s?

• China

• Soviet Union

• France

• United States