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Chaim Weizmann blue plaque

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This blue commemorative plaque records: Dr. Chaim Weizmann (1874-1952) Scientist, Zionist leader and first president of the State of Israel (1948) lived in Manchester (1904-1917) Recorded plaque organisation: Manchester City Council.
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Chaim Weizmann was a prominent chemist and key figure in the Zionist movement, instrumental in the establishment of the State of Israel, serving as its first president. His scientific work in Manchester contributed to the development of industrial fermentation processes.

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