Today’s Jewish Birthday: Benny Begin

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Benny Begin (March 1, 1943), is an Israeli geologist and politician. He was a member of the Knesset for New Hope, having previously served as a member for Likud and Herut – The National Movement. He is the son of former Prime Minister of Israel Menachem Begin.

Benny Begin was born in Jerusalem to Aliza (née Arnold) and Menachem Begin, who would later become Prime Minister of Israel. At the time of his birth, his father was a soldier in Anders’ Army and shortly thereafter went underground, becoming the commander of the Irgun. The family moved frequently to disguise the identity of the family’s patriarch.

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