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Moshe Leshem | |
|---|---|
| משה לשם | |
 Leshem in 2004 | |
| First Secretary of the Israeli Legation in Rangoon | |
| In office 1953–1955 | |
| Consul of Israel in Atlanta | |
| In office 1959–? | |
| Special Ambassador and Chargé d'Affaires in Leopoldville, Belgian Congo | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Moshe Lamberger September 30, 1918 Drohowitz, Poland |
| Died | 2004 (aged 85–86) Jerusalem, Israel |
| Nationality | Israeli |
| Spouse | Aliza Shaferber |
| Children | Daniela Yehudit Leshem, Mati Philip Amno Leshem, Miron Zvi Nathan Leshem |
| Alma mater | Masaryk University |
| Occupation | Diplomat, Journalist |
Moshe Leshem (Hebrew: משה לשם; born Moshe Lamberger; September 30, 1918 – 2004) was a significant figure in the Zionist movement, an influential journalist, and a dedicated diplomat. He played a crucial role in the Jewish underground in Czechoslovakia during World War II and later contributed to the establishment of Israel's foreign relations through his various roles in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Early life and education
editLeshem was born on September 30, 1918, in Drohowitz,[where?] Poland, to Armon Zvi Lemberger and Psal Paula, the daughter of Shaul Budretsky. He received both traditional and general education, graduating from a Jewish school in Brno, Czechoslovakia. He attended Masaryk University in Brno from 1936 to 1939.[1]
Career
editZionist activities and journalism
editLeshem was actively involved in the “Pioneer” movement in Moravia and Bohemia and was a key figure in the Zionist Jewish underground during World War II. From 1942 to 1945, he led this group, and from 1945 to 1948, he managed the foreign newspaper section at the government press office in Prague. In June 1948, he worked as a military correspondent for Czech newspapers.[1]
Immigration to Israel
editIn 1949, Leshem immigrated to Israel and began working in the research department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem, a position he held until 1952. From 1952 to 1953, he served as a newspaper officer in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He married Aliza, the daughter of Dr. Emanuel Shaferber, in 1953.[2]
Diplomatic career
editBetween 1953 and 1955, Leshem served as the first secretary of the Israeli delegation in Rangoon. He then worked as a newspaper officer and spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs from 1955 to 1958. In 1958, he managed the Israel Pavilion at the World Exhibition in Brussels, Belgium, and in 1959, he was appointed consul of Israel in Atlanta, United States. Later, he served as a special ambassador and chargé d'affaires in Leopoldville, Belgian Congo.[1]
Contributions and legacy
editLeshem was a regular contributor to "HaPoel HaTzair” from 1949 to 1953. He published research on the communist movement in the Middle East and was known for his insightful analysis.[2]
Family
editMoshe Leshem and his wife Aliza had three children: Daniela Yehudit Leshem, Mati Philip Amno Leshem, and Miron Zvi Nathan Leshem.[3]
References
edit- ^ a b c Moshe Leshem Collection, 2024, retrieved 7 August 2024
- ^ a b Making the Survivor, 2024, retrieved 7 August 2024
- ^ Moshe Leshem, 2024, retrieved 7 August 2024
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