The Life and Assassination of Yitzhak Rabin | History of Israel Explained | Unpacked

This week, we’re unpacking the life of Yitzhak Rabin, Israel’s fifth prime minister and the country’s first sabra leader. In many ways, Rabin’s life has been overshadowed by his death but there’s so much more to him than the tragic way he died. Revered by some, despised by others, Rabin was a man of contradictions and paradoxes - and he left behind a complicated legacy in his pursuit of peace. A giant on the public stage, Rabin was plagued by doubts and anxiety in private. A fighter and veteran of wars, Rabin gave his life for his country - a country divided by his actions. Join us as we look past Yitzchak Rabin’s assassination and try to understand one of Israel’s most famous leaders. Let us know what you think about this video and about Rabin’s life and legacy. Drop your comments below to get this important conversation started. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:45 The young Yitzhak Rabin 01:31 Leader of the Palmah and the 1948 War of Independence 02:02 IDF Chief of Staff and 1967 preemptive strike 03:53 Israel’s first Israeli-born Prime Minister 04:10 No compromise on Jerusalem 04:54 Financial scandal 05:40 Minister of Defense and the First Intifada 07:04 Reelection as Prime Minister and emphasis on peace 08:00 1993 Oslo Accords 09:49 Yigal Amir and the Rabin Assassination 11:23 Rabin’s legacy 11:51 Outro Subscribe and turn on your notifications so you don’t miss future uploads! Let’s connect: Website — Instagram — Twitter — TikTok — @jewishunpacked Facebook — ------- Additional footage credits: - Central Zionist Archives - Israel State Archives - GPO THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: Executive Producers: - Shevi Peters - Adam Milstein Platinum Level: - Rachel & Jack ז”ל Gindi Family Foundation - Meryl and Sam Solomon, Beit Zayit - Lily and Kam Babaoff - Dr. Shmuel and Evelyn Katz Silver Level: - Melanie & Martin Glatt This series would not be possible without the generous support of: - The Adam and Gila Milstein Family Foundation About History of Israel Explained: This series casts a new perspective on the history of the modern State of Israel, both pre and post 1948. We explore the inspiring highs and heartbreaking lows, and the everyday struggles of ordinary people. Understand how the Jewish State came to be by meeting prominent Zionist figures and learning about key historical events. Explore aspects of Israeli society, from its famous military to the meaning of the national anthem, and more. About Unpacked: We provide nuanced insights by unpacking all things Jewish. People are complex and complicated — yet we’re constantly being pushed to oversimplify our world. At Unpacked we know that being complex makes us more interesting. Because of this, we break the world down with nuance and insight to drive your curiosity and challenge your thinking. #Israel #Education #History