Moshe Sharett 1894 – 1965

Biography

Moshe Sharett was born on October 16, 1894, in Kherson, a city in the Russian Empire. He would go on to become a significant figure in the establishment and early development of the State of Israel, dedicating much of his life to public service during a formative period in the nation’s history.

Sharett served as the Second Prime Minister of Israel, holding this position from 1954 to 1955 during a crucial time in the young nation’s development. His tenure came during the early years following Israel’s independence, when the country faced significant challenges in establishing its institutions and identity.

Following his death on July 7, 1965, in Jerusalem, Sharett was laid to rest at Trumpeldor Cemetery in Tel Aviv, where he remains honored among other prominent figures in Israeli history. His life spanned from the late Ottoman period through the establishment of the modern State of Israel, reflecting the dramatic transformations of the twentieth century.