Chaim Weizmann
Israeli politician, 1st President of Israel
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About Chaim Weizmann
Chaim Azriel Weizmann was the first President of Israel who played a crucial role in major Israeli events leading to the birth of the nation.
Early Life
Born in Motol, Russia (now Belarus), Weizmann was the third of fifteen children. As a young boy, he demonstrated a talent for science, and moved to Germany to study chemistry. While living in Germany, he joined a group of Zionist intellectuals and then moved to Switzerland to complete his studies.
Scientific and Political Careers
In 1899, he received his PhD in Organic Chemistry and taught at the University of Geneva and the University of Manchester in England. Weizmann became a British citizen, and under the name Charles Weizmann he registered close to 100 research patents.
Throughout his career, Weizmann remained passionate about Jewish freedom, playing active roles in both World Wars. When Israel became a recognized independent state in 1947, he was elected to serve as the newly-formed country’s first president. He served until his death in 1952.
Personal Life
Weizmann married his first wife Sophia Getzowa for four years before being romantically linked to Vera Khatzman in 1900. After his divorce, he married Khatzman and they had two children: Michael and Benyamin.
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F.A.Q. about Chaim Weizmann
When is his birthday?
Chaim Weizmann's birthday is on November 27, 1874.
In how many days is his birthday?
Chaim Weizmann's birthday is in 215 days
How old was Chaim Weizmann when he died?
He was 77 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 9, 1952.
How old would he be today?
Chaim Weizmann would be 149 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Chaim Weizmann from?
He was born in Motol, Belarus (Russian Empire).